Tin-Plated Carbon Steel Rounds from China
Hot-rolled round bars of nonalloy carbon steel with tin coating, used in manufacturing chains and fasteners. HTS 7215.90.10.00 covers other nonalloy steel rods/bars plated with metal (tin qualifies) and not cold-formed. Chapter note confirms metal coating includes tin plating.
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
• Submit chemical analysis proving nonalloy status (< specified alloy elements per chapter notes)
• Document hot-rolling process; round bars often scrutinized for cold-drawing evidence
• Tin coating uniformity certificates prevent disputes over 'substantial coating' requirements