Cold-Formed Carbon Steel Z-Purlin 8 Inch from Japan
Z-shaped purlin profile, 8 inches deep, cold-formed from nonalloy steel for roofing and wall support systems. Classified in HTS 7216.69.00.00 as other cold-formed shapes. Provides superior load distribution in metal buildings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include engineering drawings showing cold-form process; helps distinguish from extruded aluminum profiles
• Test for alloy elements if supplier unclear - exceeds 10% total moves to alloy headings
• Bulk packaging common; ensure no retail packing which might trigger different treatment