High-Strength Steel for Solar Panel Mounting Structures from China
2.2 mm electrolytic zinc-coated high-strength steel (1,050 mm wide, 380 MPa yield). For racking systems holding solar panels in array configurations. Weather-resistant coating for 25+ year service life.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
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
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 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
• Solar projects may have special tariff programs; wind load certification helps
• Ensure flat-rolled state—not pre-punched racking