Cold-Formed Steel Stud Framing
Non-loadbearing metal stud profile cold-formed from flat-rolled nonalloy steel for interior drywall partitions. Classified in HTS 7216.61.00.00 as cold-finished shapes from flat products, free of further working.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If with any protective coating
Coated cold-formed steel constitutes 'further worked' per chapter note.
If pre-assembled into wall panels
Fabricated panels/building components in Chapter 73 structures.
If plated or coated during production
Plated flat-rolled products before forming may retain 7210 classification.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code ā and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Specify gauge/thickness certification linking to original flat-rolled sheet specs
ā¢ No coatings allowed; galvanized versions classify differently
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
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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.