Rubber-Core Laminated Steel Sound Barrier

Dual flat-rolled steel sheets with rubber core for industrial noise barriers and HVAC enclosures. HTS 7326.90.86.10 applies to this adhesive or core-held steel lamination as other steel articles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.9%+35.0%37.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇨🇦Canada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇩🇪Germany2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇯🇵Japan2.9%+10.0%12.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4016.99.60Lower: 37.5% vs 37.9%

If rubber layer constitutes essential character over steel

Essential character rule shifts to Chapter 40 for rubber/steel composites where rubber dominates.

7326.90Same rate: 37.9%

If primarily for electrical equipment soundproofing

Electrical apparatus mounting panels have specific subheading.

7212.50.00.00Lower: 35% vs 37.9%

If delaminated into separate steel sheets on entry

Reverts to base flat-rolled steel classification without lamination present.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Steel content must predominate; provide weight percentage (>50% steel) vs rubber core

Acoustic test data supports classification but not required for tariff purposes