Aluminum Clad Steel Shipbuilding Plate

Wide carbon steel plates clad with marine-grade aluminum for ship hull construction and offshore platforms. Provides lightweight corrosion protection over structural steel core. HTS 7210.90.10.00 for ≥600mm clad nonalloy flat-rolled products.

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.

7210.50.00Same rate: 35%

If clad with aluminum but considered plated

Thin aluminum plating vs thick structural cladding affects classification.

8901.90.00.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as ship hull panels

Fabricated ship sections classify under Chapter 89 vessels.

7616.99.51Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If predominantly aluminum construction

Weight/composition determines principal material for classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include ABS or Lloyd's Register certification for marine-grade cladding quality

Measure cladding adhesion strength per ASTM standards for customs verification

Ensure no 'further worked' surface treatments beyond cladding per Chapter note

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