Galvanized Steel Fence Post Tube

A welded, circular galvanized steel tube with an outside diameter of 48 mm and wall thickness over 1.65 mm, used as fence posts in residential and agricultural fencing. It falls under HTS 7306.30.50.31 due to its galvanized finish, nonalloy steel construction, and dimensions within the specified limits for welded tubes.

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.

7306.30.30.00Same rate: 35%

If outside diameter exceeds 50.8 mm but ≤114.3 mm

Larger diameter galvanized tubes shift to the next size subheading within the same welded category.

7306.50.50.50Same rate: 35%

If made of alloy steel instead of nonalloy

Alloy steel composition moves the tube to Chapter 73 alloy headings, changing material-based classification.

7304.39.00Same rate: 35%

If seamless rather than welded

Seamless construction excludes it from welded tube headings, placing it under seamless tubes of iron or steel.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify galvanization certification and wall thickness measurements to confirm classification under 7306.30.50.31

Include mill test reports showing nonalloy steel composition to avoid reclassification as alloy steel

Ensure outside diameter does not exceed 50.8 mm; common pitfall is mismeasuring OD leading to higher duty brackets