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Zinc-Coated Fence Posts

Hot-rolled nonalloy steel bars formed into fence post profiles, galvanized for outdoor durability. HTS 7215.90.10.00 covers metal-coated other bars not cold-formed (hot-rolled shapes qualify). Used in agricultural and perimeter fencing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+75.0%75%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+50.0%50%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+50.0%50%
🇯🇵JapanFree+50.0%50%

Alternative Classifications

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

7216.91.00Lower: 37.5% vs 75%

If cold-formed U, C, or Z profiles

Cold-formed open sections classify under 7216.91.

7308.90.95Same rate: 75%

If further fabricated into complete fence panels

Assembled structures move to Chapter 73.

7214.91.00Same rate: 75%

If plain concrete reinforcing bars

Specific rebar classification regardless of coating.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Profile cross-section drawings prove hot-rolling vs cold-forming

• Agricultural use declarations help with quota considerations

• Galvanizing standards (ASTM A123) documentation recommended

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Galvannealed Structural Bars

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Galvanized Carbon Steel Rebar

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Zinc-Plated Mild Steel Flat Bars

Hot-rolled flat bars of nonalloy mild steel with electrolytic zinc plating for rust protection, commonly used in fabrication and machinery frames. Falls under HTS 7215.90.10.00 as other nonalloy steel bars, metal-coated but not cold-formed. The plating qualifies as 'coated with metal' per chapter notes.