Decorative Trim Chromium Plated Steel

Bright chromium and chromium oxide coated nonalloy steel sheets exceeding 600 mm width for architectural decorative trim and signage. HTS 7210.50.00.90 'other' plated category for aesthetic chrome finishes. Reflectance >70% with corrosion protection.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7117.90.90Lower: 28.5% vs 35%

If imitation jewellery components

Chrome coated steel fabricated into jewelry findings shifts to Chapter 71 imitation jewelry.

9403Lower: 10% vs 35%

If made into furniture parts

Decorative coated steel fabricated into furniture components classifies Chapter 94.

7217.20.45Same rate: 35%

If punched or shaped beyond flat

Plated flat-rolled punched to shape >20 kg/m² classifies under developed 7217 provisions.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Mirror polish + chrome plating distinguished from 'further worked' polishing alone per Chapter notes

Salt spray test results (>500 hours) prove corrosion resistance beyond decorative classification

Customs may request end-use verification; showroom contracts support decorative vs structural use

Related Products under HTS 7210.50.00.90

Tin Mill Black Plate Chrome Coated Steel

Flat-rolled nonalloy steel sheet of width over 600 mm, coated with chromium and chromium oxides for corrosion resistance, commonly used in can manufacturing. This falls under HTS 7210.50.00.90 as it is plated or coated with chromium oxides, excluding more specific zinc or aluminum coated products. The coating provides a thin passive layer ideal for food packaging applications.

Electrolytic Chromium Coated Steel (ECC Steel)

Nonalloy steel sheets of 600 mm+ width with electrolytic chromium coating combined with chromium oxides, providing metallic chromium adhesion layer. HTS 7210.50.00.90 covers this 'other' chrome-plated product used primarily for beverage can bodies. Meets Chapter 72 definitions for plated/coated flat-rolled products.

Passivated Chromium Oxide Steel Sheet

Wide nonalloy steel sheets (600 mm+) with passivated chromium oxide layer applied post-processing for temporary corrosion protection during fabrication. HTS 7210.50.00.90 specifically covers this 'other' chromium oxides coating not qualifying as universal mill plate. Common in automotive stamping blanks.

Anti-Fingerprint Chromium Coated Steel

Nonalloy flat-rolled steel over 600 mm wide with specialized chromium/chromium oxide coating minimizing fingerprints for elevator panels and kitchen equipment. HTS 7210.50.00.90 covers this functional 'other' chrome plating. Hydrophobic surface treatment integrated in oxide layer.

High Strength Chrome Coated Steel

Nonalloy steel meeting high-strength definition (US note a: <3mm/275 MPa yield), flat-rolled 600+ mm with chromium oxide coating for construction equipment. HTS 7210.50.00.90 covers coated high-strength excluding universal plate specs. Enables lightweight corrosion-resistant panels.

Chromium Oxide Coated Cold Rolled Steel Sheet

Cold-rolled nonalloy steel flat products wider than 600 mm with a thin chromium oxide passivation layer for enhanced corrosion protection. Classified in 7210.50.00.90 as 'other' chromium/chromium oxide coated products beyond specific exclusions. Used in appliance manufacturing and metal furniture.