Cold-Rolled Low Carbon Steel for HVAC Duct Components

Flat-rolled nonalloy steel, cold-reduced to 1.8 mm thickness, 450 mm width, <0.20% carbon. Used in fabrication of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system parts. Classified in 7211.23.60.30 for narrow cold-rolled products not further processed.

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.

7211.29.20.30Same rate: 35%

If carbon content 0.25% or more

Carbon threshold of 0.25% divides low-carbon (7211.23) from other nonalloy classifications (7211.29).

7213.91.30Same rate: 35%

If in coils wider than specified

Coiled products over 600 mm width classify under 7213 bars/rods/bars in coil.

8415.90.40.00Lower: 18.9% vs 35%

If pre-fabricated into HVAC parts

Finished HVAC components are classified by function in Chapter 84, not as steel flats.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure documentation specifies 'cold-rolled only' with no heat treatment or surface finishing

Test for carbon content compliance; levels ≥0.25% shift to different subheading 7211.29

Use proper packaging to prevent rust during transit; no duty allowance per Chapter notes

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