Cold-Rolled Precision Shim Stock

Ultra-thin cold-rolled nonalloy steel sheets under 0.25 mm thick and narrow width under 300 mm, used for machinery shimming and gapping. Classified under HTS 7211.23.4500 due to low carbon content, cold-rolled state without further working, and precise dimensions. Provides accurate spacing in industrial assemblies.

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.

7212.10.00.00Same rate: 35%

If width 300-600 mm

The 300 mm width breakpoint separates narrow strips from wider flat-rolled products in the same cold-rolled category.

7217.10.80Same rate: 35%

If further worked with oiled or coated surface

Surface treatments like oiling for protection constitute 'further worked' per chapter notes, shifting to heading 7217.

7302.40.00.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as finished structural shapes rather than flat-rolled

If profiled or shaped beyond flat-rolled form during import, it becomes fish plates or structural sections.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include detailed mill test reports confirming carbon <0.25%, exact thickness, and cold-rolled status

Ensure product is shipped in coils or straight lengths without protective coatings to maintain 'not further worked' status

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