Anti-Fingerprint Coated Steel Trim Strip
Flat-rolled nonalloy steel strip <600mm wide with oleophobic plastic coating preventing fingerprints for appliance trim. HTS 7212.40.5000 for such specialty plastics-coated flats, other category. Coating maintains clean appearance without frequent wiping.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If clad with other base metal
Bimetal cladding (steel+other metal) uses 7212.60, not plastic coating.
If parts of refrigerators after forming
Specific refrigerator parts classify in 8418, not generic coated steel.
If coating chemical imported separately
Anti-fingerprint coating compounds classify in Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Prove oleophobic coating as qualifying plastics treatment; test contact angle for performance verification; declare as flat-rolled even with edge trimming
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