Lead-Terne Steel for Architectural Cladding from Canada
Flat-rolled nonalloy steel panels over 600 mm wide, coated with lead-tin terne for exterior architectural cladding and flashing. Under HTS 7210.20.00.00 as terne-plate, the coating weathers to a patina while protecting against atmospheric corrosion. Used in historic building restoration.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Note any artificial oxidation as 'further worked' per Chapter notes but still classifiable here if not changing form
• Provide width certifications for large sheets
• Pitfall: Overlooking environmental lead regs despite tariff classification