Zinc-Plated Steel Edge Protectors

Galvanized steel strips formed into L-shapes for protecting sharp edges during shipping. Retains flat-rolled character with zinc coating, width <300 mm, HTS 7212.30.30.00 'other' category.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 35%

If sold as finished packaging articles

If principal use is as complete protector vs. material, becomes Chapter 73 article.

7215.50.00Same rate: 35%

If further cold-formed profiles

More extensive profile shaping moves from simple flat-rolled to 7215 other bars/profiles.

7207.20.00Same rate: 35%

If not plated/coated

Lacks zinc coating requirement for this specific 7212 subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Minimal bending doesn't change classification—remains flat-rolled if not complex fabrication

Rust/discoloration pre-entry gets no duty allowance per Chapter 72 note

Specify nonalloy via heat analysis; importers often overlook this for edge products