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Electrogalvanized Steel Shims

Precision thin shims of electrogalvanized steel for machinery alignment and spacing. Flat-rolled nonalloy base metal <300 mm width with electrolytic zinc plating, classified as 'other' under HTS 7212.30.30.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+75.0%75%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+50.0%50%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+50.0%50%
🇯🇵JapanFree+50.0%50%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7225.99.00Same rate: 75%

If alloy steel composition

Nonalloy requirement strict; any alloying elements meeting Chapter notes shift to 7225.

7318.15.20Same rate: 75%

If drawn into specific shapes

Significant cold-forming beyond plating makes 'other' screws/bolts/nuts.

7212.30.50Same rate: 75%

If width of 300 mm or more but <600 mm

Narrow width (<300 mm) specific to this subheading; wider goes to 7212.30.50.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide electroplating process certification; distinguishes from hot-dip but same HTS

• Thickness under 3 mm typical—ensure not qualifying as high-strength steel per U.S

• Note (a)