Electrolytic Galvanized Steel Gutter Brackets from Japan
Narrow flat-rolled nonalloy steel strips (<600mm), zinc electrolytically coated for roof gutter hangers. Corrosion resistance essential for exterior exposure. Classifies 7212.20.00.00 before final fabrication.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Coating thickness specs (G30/G60) important for performance claims
• Avoid classifying pre-assembled gutter systems differently