Zinc-Coated Steel Shelf Brackets from Mexico
Heavy-duty galvanized flat steel brackets for supporting shelving units, with reinforced edges and corrosion-resistant zinc plating. HTS 7212.30.10.90 classification: nonalloy flat-rolled, width <300mm, thickness >0.25mm, zinc-coated. Common in retail and warehouse racking.
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 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
• Test reports must confirm nonalloy composition (<10% alloying elements) vs tool/high-strength steel
• Shelf load ratings don't affect classification but support commercial value declarations
• Beware dual-coating claims; paint over zinc = 'further worked' to 7212.60