Passivated Chromium Oxide Steel Sheet from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish chemical passivation from electroplating; both qualify as chromium oxide coating under notes
• Declare as 'other' only after ruling out exclusions like razor blade steel specs in US notes
• Rust discoloration note applies; no duty allowance for surface rust on chrome-coated imports