Expanded Steel Security Window Screen Cut to Shape

A diamond-pattern expanded steel mesh screen cut to fit standard window frames for security applications. Produced by slitting and stretching steel sheet into wire-like expanded metal, cut to precise window dimensions. HTS 7314.49.60.00 covers expanded metal and other netting cut to shape.

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.

7314.50.00.00Same rate: 35%

If not cut to specific non-rectangular shape

Expanded metal in sheets or basic rectangles is 7314.50; custom shapes move to 7314.49.60.

7616.91.00.00Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If made from aluminum instead of steel

Identical expanded security screens in aluminum classify under Chapter 76 aluminum articles.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 35%

If imported as component of complete security door/window

Assembled into finished building products shifts to other steel articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm expanded metal meets Chapter definition (slit/stretched sheet); rolled wire mesh may classify differently

Entry docs should specify exact cut measurements and aperture size to prove 'cut to shape' status

Avoid reclassification by ensuring not presented as finished window part (7308.90 range)

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