Galvanized Smooth Shank Steel Roofing Nails from Mexico
These are one-piece construction nails made from round steel wire with a smooth shank, coated with zinc galvanization for corrosion resistance. They are classified under HTS 7317.00.55.50 due to their round wire construction, smooth shank, and protective coating, excluding specialized heads. Primarily used in construction for securing roofing materials.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Verify coating type (e.g
• hot-dip galvanized) matches declaration to avoid reclassification as uncoated under 7317.00.55.30
• Provide mill test reports certifying round wire diameter under 16mm and one-piece construction for smooth customs clearance