Epoxy-Coated Rebar #8 CRC from Canada

Corrosion-resistant epoxy-coated #8 rebar (1" diameter) with deformed surface for concrete, meeting CRSI standards. However, epoxy coating constitutes 'further worked' per Chapter 72 note (coating with nonmetallic substances), so not classifiable here - example shows common misclassification risk.

Duty Rate — Canada → 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

Bare uncoated bars only for 7214.20; epoxy coating requires 7217.10 classification as coated products

Strip coating for inspection if declared as bare rebar - CBP will reclassify

Declare coating thickness/type accurately; common audit trigger