Cold-Formed Strut Channel

Uni-strut style C-channel cold-formed from nonalloy steel flat-rolled products for pipe and cable support. HTS 7216.91.00.90 for other cold-formed shapes not further worked. Standard slotted design for universal mounting.

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.

7308.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If with strut clamps/fittings

Accessory kits classified as complete support assemblies.

7216.99.00Same rate: 35%

If formed from round bar stock

Source material determines cold-formed vs cold-finished designation.

7228.70.30Same rate: 35%

If alloy steel for corrosive environments

Chemical resistance requires alloy composition classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Slotted holes are forming operations, not 'further working' for HTS

12 gauge thickness common—match declared specs exactly

Distinguish plain channel from pre-galvanized versions carefully

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