Zinc-Plated Steel Coil for HVAC Duct Seals from Mexico
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.
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 of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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