Cold-Rolled Narrow Strip for Electrical Contacts

Nonalloy steel cold-reduced to 0.29 mm x 46 mm width in coils, base material for silver-plated electrical contacts. Classifies HTS 7211.29.20.30 as uncoated cold-rolled product before plating operation. Consistent cross-section for automated stamping.

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.

8544.49.10.00Same rate: 35%

If assembled into finished contacts

Electrical contact assemblies with insulation classify in Chapter 85 insulated wire harnesses.

7228.70.30Same rate: 35%

If tool steel grade for contacts

Alloy tool steels per U.S. note (e) classify under appropriate 72xx alloy headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Plating house certifications confirm uncoated import status for proper HTS

Conductivity specs irrelevant for steel classification; focus on physical dimensions

Surface cleanliness certificates prevent coating misclassification

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