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) | 28% |
| Units | kg |
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
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9903.90.09 other +0% activeArticles 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
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9903.91.01 other +25% activeEffective 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
§ 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 | 9903.91.012024-09-26 |
§ 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 ENTRIESRelated HS codes in the same chapter
Adjacent lines under the same HTS chapter. Pick the most specific match for your product.
- 7301Sheet piling of iron or steel, whether or not drilled, punched or made from assembled elements; welded angles, shapes and sections, of iron or steel:
- 7301.10.00.00Sheet piling
- 7301.20Angles, shapes and sections:
- 7301.20.10.00Of iron or nonalloy steel
- 7301.20.50.00Of alloy steel
- 7302Railway or tramway track construction material of iron or steel, the following: rails, check-rails and rack rails, switch blades, crossing frogs, point rods and other crossing pieces, sleepers (cross-ties), fish-plates, chairs, chair wedges, sole plates (base plates), rail clips, bedplates, ties and other material specialized for jointing or fixing rails:
- 7302.10Rails:
- 7302.10.10Of iron or nonalloy steel
- 7302.10.10.10Standard tee rails over 30 kg per meter
- 7302.10.10.15Over 30 kg per meter
§ FAQFrequently asked questions
- What is the US import duty for HTS 7304.29.31.60?
- HTS 7304.29.31.60 (Having a wall thickness of 12.7 mm or more) 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 7304.29.31.60?
- 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 7304.29.31.60?
- 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.
- Why is HTS 7304.29.31.60 a 10-digit statistical suffix?
- The 10-digit format is used for CBP entry reporting to track quantity / form; actual column rates are typically set at the 6- or 8-digit parent subheading, and this page inherits those rates. Use the Chapter breadcrumb above to see sibling tariff lines within the same chapter. This page is marked noindex because the duty-relevant signal lives at the parent level.
- 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.