Powder-Coated Steel Shelf Strip
Narrow flat-rolled nonalloy steel <600mm wide with durable polyester powder coating for retail shelving strips. HTS 7212.40.5000 covers powder-coated (plastics) flat-rolled products not specifically listed. Powder coating offers superior chip resistance.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cold-rolled uncoated state
Prior to powder coating, classifies under uncoated cold-rolled 7209.
If assembled into complete shelving units
Finished metal furniture shifts to Chapter 94 classification.
If bars/rods rather than flat-rolled
Different steel forms (bars vs sheets) use separate 7213 headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Powder coating qualifies as plastics per Chapter notes; test coating thickness > typical paint; segregate from hot-dip galvanized to prevent 7212.30 classification
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