Expanded Metal Steel Grating from Japan
Expanded metal steel grating formed by slitting and stretching sheet for ventilation platforms. Under HTS 7308.90.70.00 as steel grating prepared for structural screening and flooring. Lighter weight than bar grating with diamond pattern.
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
• Distinguish from perforated plate by documenting expansion manufacturing process
• Provide SWL (safe working load) calculations for structural verification
• Galvanizing thickness reports prevent undervaluation disputes