Chrome Composite Coated Steel for Appliances from Japan
Flat-rolled nonalloy steel over 600 mm wide with composite chromium and chromium oxide coating for decorative and protective finish in household appliances. Falls under HTS 7210.50.00.90 as 'other' plated/coated products per hierarchy excluding zinc/aluminum. Provides fingerprint resistance and corrosion barrier.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Photographic evidence or samples may be requested to prove chromium oxide coating vs. organic paint
• Ensure gauge/thickness declaration matches; thin sheets under 0.5 mm common for appliance panels