7212.10.00.00 - Plated or coated with tin 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 6% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 7212.10.00.00, specifically covers flat-rolled products of iron or nonalloy steel that are less than 600 mm in width and have been plated or coated with tin. The tin coating is applied to provide corrosion resistance, enhance solderability, or for aesthetic purposes, and it forms the primary distinguishing characteristic of the goods within this classification.
It is crucial to differentiate this category from its siblings. For instance, sibling codes like 7212.20.00.00 and 7212.30 refer to products coated with zinc (either electrolytically or otherwise), while 7212.40 covers those painted, varnished, or coated with plastics. Products plated or coated with other materials fall under 7212.50.00.00, and clad products are classified under 7212.60.00.00. The defining feature here is the presence of a tin layer as the outermost plating or coating.
As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, the classification under 7212.10.00.00 is definitive for flat-rolled iron or nonalloy steel products under 600 mm wide that are tin-plated or coated. The determination hinges solely on the presence and type of coating, with tin being the specific material defining this particular HTS code.