Terne-Coated Roofing Bars

Hot-rolled nonalloy steel bars with terne (lead-tin) coating for historic roofing applications. Under HTS 7215.90.10.00 as alloy metal-coated bars/rods not cold-formed. Traditional corrosion protection method.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7210.49.00Same rate: 35%

If plated/coated flat-rolled products

Flat-rolled vs bars/rods determines heading 7210 vs 7215.

7308.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If fabricated into roof panel assemblies

Building components shift to Chapter 73.

7801.91.00.00Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If lead content classification dominates

High lead alloy coating may classify as lead products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Lead content declarations required for environmental compliance

Historic restoration certificates justify specialized coating

Separate from sheet products in Chapter 72

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