Zinc-Coated Steel Conduit Straps from Japan
Narrow galvanized steel bands for securing electrical conduits to walls, featuring pre-punched holes and zinc plating for rust prevention. Classified in HTS 7212.30.10.90 due to flat-rolled nonalloy steel base, under 300mm width, over 0.25mm thick, and zinc-coated. Ideal for construction and electrical installations.
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
• Include coating weight certification (e.g
• G90 = 0.90 oz/ft²) as CBP often tests for adequate zinc protection
• Ensure product remains 'flat-rolled' - minor punching ok, but avoid pre-bending which triggers Chapter 73