Zinc-Coated Steel Strapping Band from China

Flat-rolled nonalloy steel strapping, 300 mm wide before slitting, hot-dip galvanized for packaging and securing cargo. Under HTS 7212.30.5000 as zinc-coated product less than 600 mm wide, 'other' plating type. Essential for industrial bundling applications.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Certify tensile strength and elongation to distinguish from hoop/base steel under 7318

Document hot-dip process to avoid confusion with electrolytic plating subheading

Ensure no embossing or patterns that would classify as 'further worked' beyond coating