Cast Iron Manhole Cover from Mexico
A heavy-duty cast iron cover used to seal sewer or utility access points on streets and sidewalks. It falls under HTS 7325.99.5000 as an other cast article of iron or steel, not specifically enumerated elsewhere in heading 7325. These are produced by pouring molten iron into molds for durability in outdoor environments.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
52.9%
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
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify casting process documentation to confirm it's cast iron, not forged or stamped, avoiding misclassification
• Ensure compliance with ASTM A48 standards for municipal use; provide test certificates to customs