Terne-Plated Steel Shelf Strip from China
Terne-coated (lead-tin) narrow steel strip for retail shelving under 600mm width. HTS 7212.50.00.00 as otherwise plated nonalloy steel, though some importers debate with 7212.20. Coating resists shelf corrosion.
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
• Document terne alloy ratio (typically 12-20% tin); comply with lead content regulations; distinguish from hot-dip galvanized