Clad Nonalloy Steel for Shipbuilding Panels from Japan
Flat-rolled steel sheets under 600 mm width, clad with marine-grade alloys for ship hull panel overlays. Classified in HTS 7212.60.00.00 for clad nonalloy steel products. Provides weight savings with superior seawater corrosion resistance.
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
• Marine applications may require additional ABS/USCG certifications beyond tariff classification
• Verify no 'further working' like pattern embossing occurred post-cladding
• Batch certificates should specify cladding bond strength testing methods