Galvanized Steel Coated Shingle Flashing from Japan
Pre-painted galvanized steel flashing strips less than 300mm wide used for roofing shingle edges. This flat-rolled nonalloy steel product is coated with plastics for weather resistance and falls under HTS 7212.40.10.00 due to its narrow width and painted/plastic coating. The coating qualifies as 'further worked' per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Verify coating type (paint vs. plastic) and width measurement under 300mm to avoid reclassification to wider categories
• Provide mill test certificates confirming nonalloy steel composition to prevent alloy steel disputes
• Ensure no rust/discoloration claims as chapter notes deny duty reductions for pre-entry surface damage