Galvanized Steel Expansion Joint Strips from Japan
Narrow electrolytic zinc coated nonalloy steel flat-rolled product (<600mm) for concrete expansion joints. Corrosion protection essential in construction applications. Fits HTS 7212.20.00.00 specifications.
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
• ASTM specifications often required for construction grade
• Edge condition (slit vs sheared) affects handling but not classification
• Bulk coiled vs cut lengths same tariff treatment