Terne-Coated Steel for Oil Can Linings
Flat-rolled nonalloy steel sheets exceeding 600 mm width, terne-coated with lead-tin alloy for lining oil and grease containers. Classified in HTS 7210.20.00.00 for its lead-inclusive plating, which prevents product-metal reactions and leakage. Historically used in food-grade oil packaging.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If purely tin-coated without significant lead
Higher tin content without lead qualifies as tinplate under specific tin coating heading.
If formed into complete tanks or drums
Finished tanks and drums from coated steel classify as containers in 7310.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• If for food contact, provide lead migration test results despite Chapter notes on no rust allowances
• Certify terne alloy ratio (typically 80/20 lead-tin)
• Pitfall: Mixing with tinplate shipments can cause classification errors
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