Hot-Rolled S10x25.4 Standard I-Beam from China

A hot-rolled I-section beam with a height of 102 mm, weighing 25.4 lbs per yard, made from nonalloy steel without any further surface working beyond hot-rolling. It falls under HTS 7216.32.00.00 as an I section (standard beam) of 80 mm or more height, not further worked than hot-rolled. Commonly used in structural construction for framing and support.

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

Verify steel composition meets nonalloy steel criteria (less than 0.3% carbon, no significant alloying elements) via mill certificates to avoid reclassification

Ensure accurate dimensional reporting (height ≥80mm, I-section profile) and weight per unit length for customs valuation and quota applicability

Check Section 232 tariffs and steel import licenses; rust prior to entry does not qualify for duty reduction per Chapter 72 notes