Electroplated Steel Nameplate Blanks
Blank strips of electrogalvanized steel for manufacturing equipment nameplates. Narrow flat-rolled nonalloy steel with zinc plating for corrosion resistance, HTS 7212.30.30.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If with aluminum-zinc coating
Specific coating alloys have dedicated subheadings.
If finished signage plates
Post-fabrication (printing/embossing) makes Chapter 83 sign plates.
If cold-rolled, not coated
Lacks plating requirement for this 7212.30 subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Blanks remain classified as flat-rolled—not 'articles' until printed/formed
• Thin gauge (<0.5 mm) common—still 7212 if plated
• Distinguish from razor blade steel (U.S
• Note d) by width/use certification
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