7210.70 - Painted, varnished or coated with plastics:

This HTS category, 7210.70, encompasses flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel, with a width of 600 mm or more, that have been painted, varnished, or coated with plastics. These coatings are applied for purposes such as corrosion resistance, aesthetic enhancement, or functional properties like electrical insulation or grip enhancement.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, it specifically addresses non-metallic coatings. Unlike categories covering tin, lead, zinc, or chromium coatings, 7210.70 deals with materials like paints, lacquers, enamels, or plastic films applied to the base steel. The key differentiator lies in the nature of the coating – it is not a metallic plating or cladding.

The subcategories within 7210.70 further refine these distinctions. The code 7210.70.30.00 covers items that are *not* coated or plated with metal and are also *not* clad, focusing solely on paint, varnish, or plastic coatings. The broader category 7210.70.60, "Other," would typically encompass variations or combinations of these non-metallic coatings not specifically delineated in the first subcategory, provided they meet the overarching criteria of the parent.