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7212.40.50.00 - Other 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of Quantitykg
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty0.4¢/kg + 20%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS category, 7212.40.50.00, specifically covers flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel with a width of less than 600 mm that have been painted, varnished, or coated with plastics. The "Other" designation within this subcategory indicates that it encompasses items that do not fit into more specific painted, varnished, or plastic-coated classifications at this level. This typically includes a broad range of finished or semi-finished steel products intended for various industrial or consumer applications.

The primary distinction for this "Other" subcategory lies in its residual nature. Unlike its sibling, 7212.40.10.00, which is specifically for products of a width less than 300 mm, this category captures those painted, varnished, or plastic-coated flat-rolled steel products with a width between 300 mm and 599 mm. Therefore, the critical differentiating factor is the precise width measurement of the steel product.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification within 7212.40.50.00 will depend entirely on confirming that the product meets the general requirements of Chapter 72 for flat-rolled iron and non-alloy steel, has a width less than 600 mm, and has been treated with paint, varnish, or plastic coating, while not being specifically classified under any narrower provision. Practical classification will rely on detailed product specifications, including coating type, thickness, and intended use, to ensure accurate customs reporting.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 7212.40.50.00?
HTS code 7212.40.50.00 covers Other under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 72: Iron and steel.
›What products are classified under 7212.40.50.00?
This classification covers Other. It is a subcategory of Painted, varnished or coated with plastics: (7212.40).
›What is the import duty rate for 7212.40.50.00?
The general rate of duty for HTS 7212.40.50.00 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 0.4¢/kg + 20%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 7212.40.50.00?
Imports under HTS 7212.40.50.00 are measured in kg.

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