Brass H-Section Profile from Mexico
A brass H-shaped profile extruded from copper-zinc base alloy, used in architectural framing and structural supports. It falls under HTS 7407.21.30.00 as a profile of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), not specifically for electrical or refined hollow applications. The zinc content predominates over other elements per chapter definitions, excluding it from nickel silver or bronze categories.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
52.2%
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 alloy composition certificate showing zinc predominance and nickel <5%, tin <3% to confirm brass classification
• Provide mill test reports for exact copper-zinc ratios to avoid reclassification during customs exam