Zinc-Coated Expanded Metal Lath

Galvanized expanded steel sheets used as wire lath for plaster and stucco reinforcement in construction. Classified as expanded metal of iron or steel under HTS 7314.41.0080 due to zinc plating and wire-like cross-section under 16mm. Provides structural support in wall finishes.

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.

7308.90.70.00Same rate: 35%

If pre-cut panels for specific wall sections

Fabricated into finished building panels shifts to other iron structures.

7217.10.80Same rate: 35%

If flat-rolled steel before expansion

State of completion: unfinished flat products classify differently.

7314.49Lower: 10% vs 35%

If non-zinc coated expanded metal

Lack of zinc plating moves to other coated or uncoated expanded metal.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify diamond pattern size and sheet gauge in documentation for construction material compliance

Ensure ASTM C847 certification for lath applications to facilitate building code approvals

Ship flat sheets; rolls may be seen as cloth, but expanded metal stays in this heading

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