Electrolytic Zinc Coated Steel Fence Wire Guides from Mexico
Flat-rolled nonalloy steel strips under 600mm wide, electrolytically plated with zinc for chain-link fence wire supports. Coating prevents rust in outdoor applications. HTS 7212.20.00.00 specifically for electrolytic zinc coated narrow products.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Coil vs straight length documentation; uncoiling doesn't change classification
• Salt spray test results often required for quality verification
• Avoid misclassifying with hot-dip products (different coating appearance)