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§ HTS 7209.16.00 · US import duty

Of a thickness exceeding 1 mm but less than 3 mm

HTS 7209.16.00 covers Of a thickness exceeding 1 mm but less than 3 mm, classified under HS chapter 72. The MFN (general column) base duty is Free. 2 active Chapter 99 overlays apply: 9903.90.09 (other +0%); 9903.91.01 (other +25%). Imports from China typically incur the Section 301 / IEEPA additional duties listed above; imports from Vietnam, Mexico, India and other origins generally pay only the MFN base unless an origin-specific overlay applies. Antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) cases are NOT evaluated on this page — check ADCVD orders separately. Source: USITC HTS release 2026HTSRev6. CBP determines the binding classification and duty at entry.

Flat-rolled products of iron or nonalloy steel, of a width of 600 mm or more, cold-rolled (cold-reduced), not clad, plated or coated: · Of a thickness exceeding 1 mm but less than 3 mm
HTS CODE
7209.16.00
General (MFN)Free
Other (Column 2)0.4¢/kg + 20%
§99 overlays2

Base tariff columnsBase tariff columns

Column rates from the USITC HTS export. The column that applies depends on origin and trade-program eligibility.

General (MFN)Free
Special
Other (Column 2)0.4¢/kg + 20%

Official source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Duty at entry is determined by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). AD/CVD and product-specific exclusions are not evaluated by default.

Chapter 99 overlaysChapter 99 overlays

  • 9903.90.09 other +0% active
    Articles the product of the Russian Federation, as provided for in U.S. note 30(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 30(d) to this subchapter
  • 9903.91.01 other +25% active
    Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
    Effective Sep 27, 2024Applies to China

§ DUTY BREAKDOWNDuty breakdown

Duty ledger below is calculated on a $10,000 customs value. Fees, AD/CVD, and exclusions are not included here.

China (CN)
Total 25% · $2,500.00
Duty breakdown Rate Amount Source
Base dutyBase 0% $0.00 HTS General rate
Chapter 99 otherChapter 99 0% $0.00 9903.90.09
Chapter 99 otherChapter 99 25% $2,500.00 9903.91.012024-09-27
Status: exact Methodology: tariff-ledger-v1 Data: d4c9e6f79bac8e84

§ CLASSIFICATION WATCH-OUTSClassification watch-outs

These sibling HTS entries share the same parent but differ in duty rate or Chapter 99 coverage. They are review prompts, not classification recommendations.

  • Of a thickness of 3 mm or more
    Base rate: Free Chapter 99: 1 Chapter 99 coverage differs
  • Of a thickness of less than 0.5 mm:
    Base rate: — Chapter 99: 0 Base rate differs from selected HTSChapter 99 coverage differs
  • Of a thickness of 3 mm or more
    Base rate: Free Chapter 99: 1 Chapter 99 coverage differs
  • Of a thickness exceeding 1 mm but less than 3 mm
    Base rate: Free Chapter 99: 1 Chapter 99 coverage differs
  • Of a thickness of 0.5 mm or more but not exceeding 1 mm
    Base rate: Free Chapter 99: 1 Chapter 99 coverage differs

§ ORIGIN COMPARISONAlternative origin comparison

This compares tariff-only outcomes for the same HTS across origin countries. Freight, AD/CVD, exclusions, broker fees, and relocation cost are not included.

China → Vietnam
$2,500.00 tariff-only saving
Origin Total rate Duty @ $10,000 Delta vs baseline
China (CN) 25% $2,500.00
Vietnam (VN) 0% $0.00 -$2,500.00
Mexico (MX) 0% $0.00 -$2,500.00
India (IN) 0% $0.00 -$2,500.00
South Korea (KR) 0% $0.00 -$2,500.00

Sample duty by originSample duty by origin

Illustrative calculation at USD 10,000 customs value, standard (non-preferential) claim. Chapter 99 additional duties applied where status is active.

Origin Base rate Chapter 99 Total rate Duty (USD)
China (CN) 0% 25% 25% $2,500.00
Vietnam (VN) 0% 0% 0% $0.00
Mexico (MX) 0% 0% 0% $0.00
India (IN) 0% 0% 0% $0.00
South Korea (KR) 0% 0% 0% $0.00

§ RELATED ENTRIESStatistical suffixes under HTS 7209.16.00

All 10-digit statistical reporting suffixes under 7209.16.00.

§ RECENT CHANGESRecent US tariff policy notices

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§ FAQFrequently asked questions

What is the US import duty for HTS 7209.16.00?
HTS 7209.16.00 (Of a thickness exceeding 1 mm but less than 3 mm) has a general (MFN) column rate of Free, plus 2 active Chapter 99 overlay(s) that may apply depending on origin (for example, Section 301 or IEEPA actions). Final duty is determined by CBP at entry.
Which Chapter 99 rules are currently linked to HTS 7209.16.00?
The following rules are attached in our snapshot: 9903.90.09 (other), 9903.91.01 (other) — other. Each rule has its own country scope and effective dates — check the rule detail on this page for the additional rate and status before applying it to your shipment.
Are Section 232 steel tariffs applicable to HTS 7209.16.00?
Most Chapters 72–73 iron and steel lines carry the Section 232 national-security tariff (typically 25%). Country-specific quotas, TRQs, and melt-and-pour origin requirements apply. Check the 9903.81.xx / 9903.80.xx headings for the current rate and exclusion status.
How do I compare duty from different countries for HTS 7209.16.00?
Use the origin compare view to evaluate this HS code against alternative countries. The calculator applies each country-specific Chapter 99 overlay and the appropriate column rate.
Is this the binding duty determination?
No. This page is a reference built on USITC + Federal Register open data. The binding classification and duty amount is determined by CBP at entry. AD/CVD and product-specific exclusions require separate review.