Cold-Formed Steel C-Purlin
A C-shaped structural section made from cold-formed flat-rolled nonalloy steel sheet, used in metal building roof systems. It falls under HTS 7216.61.00.00 as an angle, shape or section not further worked than cold-formed, specifically obtained from flat-rolled products per chapter notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If hot-rolled rather than cold-formed
Hot-rolled angles, shapes and sections of nonalloy steel fall under 7216.91, distinct from cold-formed per heading structure.
If assembled into structural steel framing
Fabricated steel structures combining multiple sections are classified in Chapter 73 as finished articles, not basic shapes.
If made from alloy steel instead of nonalloy
Alloy steel (per chapter note definitions) L-sections shift to Chapter 72 alloy headings like 7217.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify the steel is nonalloy (less than 10% alloying elements) and confirm cold-forming process via mill certificates
ā¢ Provide documentation proving origin from flat-rolled products; inspect for any further working like coating which changes classification
Related Products under HTS 7216.61.00.00
Cold-Formed Steel Track Section
Top and bottom track profiles cold-formed from flat-rolled nonalloy steel for metal stud walls. Classified under HTS 7216.61.00.00 as cold-formed shapes without additional processing.
Cold-Rolled Steel Lipped Channel
Lipped C-channel section cold-formed from nonalloy steel flat-rolled products, commonly used in framing for modular construction. HTS 7216.61.00.00 applies to these cold-finished shapes not subject to further working such as enameling.
Cold-Formed Steel L-Angle
Equal-leg L-shaped angle cold-finished from nonalloy steel flat-rolled coil, used in light structural framing. HTS 7216.61.00.00 covers these cold-formed sections without additional surface treatments.
Cold-Formed Steel Furring Channel
Resilient furring channel cold-formed from nonalloy flat-rolled steel for sound isolation in wall/ceiling systems. HTS 7216.61.00.00 for these cold-formed sections not further worked beyond finishing.
Cold-Formed Steel Sigma Profile
Sigma-shaped (Ī£) section cold-formed from flat-rolled nonalloy steel, used in solar panel racking systems. Fits HTS 7216.61.00.00 criteria for cold-formed shapes from flat products without further surface treatments.
Cold-Formed Steel Edge Trim
J-channel edge trim cold-formed from nonalloy steel flat sheet for drywall finishing and protection. HTS 7216.61.00.00 applies to such cold-finished trim sections not further worked.