316L Stainless Steel U-Channel Section from Germany
U-shaped channel section from 316L stainless steel, ideal for marine and corrosive environments in construction. Falls under HTS 7222.30.00 for other stainless steel bars and rods as shapes and sections, hot-rolled without further working. Conforms to chapter note definitions excluding advanced surface treatments.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include chemical composition analysis proving molybdenum content for 316L grade classification
• Declare exact dimensions; sections over certain sizes may require structural steel review
• Avoid pitting from pre-entry rust; no duty allowance per chapter note on discoloration