Cold-Formed C-Purlin Channel

A cold-formed C-shaped structural channel made from flat-rolled nonalloy steel, used in metal building frameworks for roofs and walls. It falls under HTS 7216.91.00.90 as a cold-formed angle, shape, or section, not further worked, distinguishing it from hot-rolled or U-shaped profiles. These purlins provide support for roofing materials in construction applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7216.61.00.00Same rate: 35%

If hot-rolled rather than cold-formed

Hot-rolled angles, shapes, and sections fall under different subheadings based on production method.

7308.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If assembled into structural steel framing

Fabricated structures from these profiles are classified by end-use in Chapter 73.

7216Same rate: 35%

If subjected to further working like coating or painting

Surface treatments such as coating move products to 'further worked' categories per Chapter 72 notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify cold-forming process documentation to distinguish from hot-rolled products under 7216.61

Provide mill test certificates confirming nonalloy steel composition to avoid alloy steel headings

Check for any surface treatments that could reclassify as 'further worked' under 7216.92

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Cold-Formed Lipped Z-Purlin

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Cold-Formed Sigma Profile

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