Galvanized Steel Roofing Flashing from Germany
Pre-cut galvanized steel strips used for weatherproofing roof joints, with zinc coating applied via hot-dip galvanizing process. Falls under HTS 7212.30.10.90 as flat-rolled nonalloy steel, width under 300 mm, thickness over 0.25 mm, and zinc-coated. The cladding provides corrosion resistance essential for outdoor roofing applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Verify zinc coating thickness and method (hot-dip vs electro) meets ASTM A653 standards to avoid reclassification
• Provide mill test certificates confirming nonalloy steel composition and dimensions under 300mm width
• Watch for over 600mm widths which shift to 7210, causing higher duties; measure precisely before entry