Zinc-Plated Steel Coil for HVAC Duct Seals

Electro-zinc plated nonalloy steel coil, 38 mm wide by 0.6 mm thick, used in HVAC systems for duct sealing strips and flashing. Fits HTS 7212.30.1030 due to zinc plating, nonalloy composition, width under 51 mm, and coiled form exceeding 0.25 mm thickness. Provides essential rust protection in ventilation applications.

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.

7212.10.00.00Same rate: 35%

If clad with other metal

Cladding (solid metallurgical bond) vs plating/coating separates 7212.10 from 7212.30; zinc plating is surface coating, not cladding.

7208.51.00Same rate: 35%

If in non-coiled form

Coiled presentation defines this subheading; straight lengths or sheets of same specs would classify under cold-rolled 7208 series.

7306.90.10.00Same rate: 35%

If further fabricated into profiles

If imported as shaped tubing or profiles rather than flat-rolled coil, moves to Chapter 73 as other tubes/pipes/sections.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Require supplier certification of nonalloy status and plating method (hot-dip vs electro); check for 'further worked' treatments like oiling that may require different subheading

Avoid misdeclaration of width to prevent reclassification during customs exam

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