Galvanized Steel Awning Frame Tube from Japan
50 mm OD galvanized welded steel tube with 2.5 mm walls for retractable awning frames in outdoor shading systems. Classified in HTS 7306.30.50.31 for its nonalloy steel, welded circular galvanized profile.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Provide cut length specs; excessively short pieces risk classification as 'articles' rather than tubes
• Galvanization must cover entire surface; spot-check certificates to avoid plain steel duties
• When importing in bulk coils, ensure uncoiling doesn't affect OD classification