Flat-rolled products of iron or nonalloy steel — HTS 7209
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
Chapter 72 › Heading 7209
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Written to help non-specialists understand this page. Rates, dates, and legal facts come from the official records above and on the linked source.
HTS heading 7209 is a broad product category for flat-rolled products made of iron or nonalloy steel that are at least 600 mm wide and have been cold-rolled (also called cold-reduced). “Flat-rolled” generally means steel supplied in sheets, plates, or coils rather than bars, wire, or other shaped products. The heading excludes products that are clad, plated, or coated; those characteristics may point to another heading.
To reach the correct 8-digit HTS code, start with the heading’s basic requirements, then use the subheadings and tariff provisions that divide these products by characteristics such as carbon content, thickness, width, and whether the product is in coils or cut to length. The exact split depends on the wording of the applicable subheading, so read the full tariff description and any relevant legal notes rather than choosing by product name alone. Customs classification can require broker or professional review when specifications are unclear.
What to check
- Confirm the product is at least 600 mm wide and is cold-rolled or cold-reduced, using mill certificates or technical specifications.
- Check that the steel is iron or nonalloy steel and compare its chemical composition with the tariff definitions; do not assume a commercial grade name is enough.
- Determine the product’s thickness, whether it is shipped in coils or cut to length, and any other physical feature listed in the subheadings.
- Verify that the surface is not clad, plated, or coated, and check whether a coating or treatment changes the applicable heading.
- Read the complete 8-digit description, chapter notes, and applicable statistical provisions; ask a customs broker or obtain a binding classification decision if the facts do not fit clearly.
HTS heading 7209 summary
Flat-rolled products of iron or nonalloy steel is a 4-digit product category containing 8 published product-code lines in this snapshot. A heading does not carry one universal duty rate; classification must be narrowed to the line matching the product facts.
How to find your code in this category
A heading is a product category. To get the exact duty, narrow from this 4-digit heading to a sub-category (usually by material), then open the 8-digit code that matches your product.
Open any code in the tables below to see its exact duty rate, a duty calculator (enter your shipment value → estimated duty and landed cost), the rate-change history chart, and the country-by-country breakdown (including Section 301/232 add-on duties).
Why you have to click in: a single category can contain products with very different duties. The rate depends on the specific product — its material and construction — and on the country of origin, and those only get pinned down at the 8-digit code level. That is why this page points you to codes instead of showing one rate for the whole category.
Sub-categories
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 7209.18 | Of a thickness of less than 0.5 mm |
Product codes & duty rates
👇 Each row is a specific product code — click a blue code to open its full page with exact duty rates by country, the rate-history chart, and a duty calculator. 👉
| Code | Description | General (MFN) | Special | Column 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7209.15.00.00 👉 | Of a thickness of 3 mm or more | Free | — | 0.4¢/kg + 20% |
| 7209.16.00 👉 | Of a thickness exceeding 1 mm but less than 3 mm | Free | — | 0.4¢/kg + 20% |
| 7209.17.00 👉 | Of a thickness of 0.5 mm or more but not exceeding 1 mm | Free | — | 0.4¢/kg + 20% |
| 7209.25.00.00 👉 | Of a thickness of 3 mm or more | Free | — | 0.4¢/kg + 20% |
| 7209.26.00.00 👉 | Of a thickness exceeding 1 mm but less than 3 mm | Free | — | 0.4¢/kg + 20% |
| 7209.27.00.00 👉 | Of a thickness of 0.5 mm or more but not exceeding 1 mm | Free | — | 0.4¢/kg + 20% |
| 7209.28.00.00 👉 | Of a thickness of less than 0.5 mm | Free | — | 0.4¢/kg + 20% |
| 7209.90.00.00 👉 | Other | Free | — | 0.4¢/kg + 20% |
"Special" shows the free-trade-agreement rate; open a code to see exactly which countries qualify.
Common questions
What products fall under HTS heading 7209?
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. To classify a specific item you must pick the matching sub-category and 8-digit code above; the right choice usually depends on the material and construction of the product.
How do I choose the right code within this category?
Start from the sub-categories (typically divided by material—for example cotton versus man-made fibers), then open the active 8- or 10-digit code that matches the product. When unsure, a licensed customs broker or a CBP binding ruling can confirm the classification.
Reference information only, not customs, legal, or classification advice. Confirm the current code and rate against the official HTS before you import.