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Chromate Passivated Galvanized Steel

Hot-dip galvanized with chromate conversion coating for temporary corrosion protection, width >600 mm. HTS 7210.90.90.00 chemical surface treatment on plated steel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+75.0%75%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+50.0%50%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+50.0%50%
🇯🇵JapanFree+50.0%50%

Alternative Classifications

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

7210.70Lower: 50% vs 75%

If electrolytic zinc + chromate specific specs

Electro vs hot-dip + treatment has narrow subheadings.

2829.90.25.00Lower: 12.5% vs 75%

If chromate treatment separate

Chemical treatment preparations imported alone → Chapter 28.

7217.10.80Same rate: 75%

If wire product base

Flat-rolled products of wire classify 7217.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Hexavalent Cr6+ content declaration (REACH Annex XVII limits)

• Passivation film weight (5-50 mg/m²) standard spec

• Yellow iridescent appearance confirms proper chromate