Galvanized Steel Guardrail Post Tube 3 inch from China

Seamless 3-inch OD galvanized steel tube for highway guardrail posts and safety barriers. HTS 7304.39.0016 applies to its circular seamless profile of nonalloy steel, galvanized coating, OD ≤114.3 mm. Engineered for impact resistance in transportation infrastructure.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide AASHTO or FHWA compliance docs; confirm seamless via ultrasonic testing reports

Galvanization must meet ASTM A123 specs; hot-dip process documentation prevents disputes

Watch for bulk vs retail packaging; retail sets may trigger consumer product rules