Cans which are to be closed by soldering or crimping
Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, of a capacity not exceeding 300 liters, whether or not lined or heat insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment: > Of a capacity of less than 50 liters: > Cans which are to be closed by soldering or crimping
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 7310.21.00
Tinplate Sardine Can
A small cylindrical tinplate can with a capacity under 50 liters, designed for packing sardines and closed by soldering or crimping the lid. It falls under HTS 7310.21.00 as a steel can for food preservation without mechanical equipment. The seamless body and solder-sealable seam ensure airtight closure for long-term storage.
Steel Paint Can
A rectangular or cylindrical steel can under 50 liters for storing paint, featuring a crimping or soldering lid for secure airtight seal. Classified in 7310.21.00 due to its iron/steel construction and closure method without insulation or equipment. Commonly lined to prevent corrosion from contents.
Canned Tuna Fish Can
Small tin-coated steel can for tuna, capacity less than 50L, sealed by crimping or soldering for shelf-stable packing. HTS 7310.21.00 applies to these food-grade iron/steel cans without any mechanical features. Designed for high-pressure canning processes.
Steel Oil Can
Cylindrical steel can under 50L for motor oil or lubricants, closed via soldering or crimping lid. Fits 7310.21.00 as a basic iron/steel container not exceeding 300L total chapter limit, often with internal coating. Used in automotive aftermarket packaging.
Evaporated Milk Tin Can
Tinplate steel can for evaporated milk, less than 50L, featuring a solder or crimp-sealable top for sterilization. Under HTS 7310.21.00 for food cans of iron/steel without equipment. Essential for dairy preservation.
Steel Solvent Can
Durable steel can under 50L for chemical solvents, closed by crimping or soldering for volatile liquid safety. HTS 7310.21.00 covers these uninsulated iron/steel containers. Often used in industrial cleaning.
Canned Corn Can
Tinplate can for canned vegetables like corn, capacity <50L, sealed by soldering or crimping. Classifies in 7310.21.00 as steel food container without fittings. Standard for shelf-stable produce.
Steel Ink Can
Small steel can for printing inks, under 50L, with crimp or solder lid for light-sensitive liquids. HTS 7310.21.00 for basic iron/steel cans. Prevents leakage in graphic arts industry.
Steel Glue Can
Cylindrical steel can <50L for industrial adhesives, closed by crimping/soldering. Under 7310.21.00 as non-equipped steel container. Common in construction packaging.
Steel Honey Tin
Tinplate steel tin for honey, <50L, crimp/solder sealed for viscous food. HTS 7310.21.00 food container. Apiary standard packaging.
Steel Varnish Can
<50L steel can for wood varnish, solder/crimp lid. 7310.21.00 basic container.
Steel Food Paste Can
Steel can for tomato paste <50L, crimp sealed. 7310.21.00.
Steel Lard Can
<50L steel for animal fat, solder lid. 7310.21.00.
Steel Polish Can
Shoe/metal polish steel can <50L crimp. 7310.21.00.
Steel Jam Tin
Jam/preserve steel tin <50L solder. 7310.21.00.