Imports of iron, steel, aluminum products, pipes, and structural metals from China face a base IEEPA tariff of 10% plus MFN rates that vary by specific HTS code. Chinese goods are also subject to Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 25%, depending on which List the product falls under. Section 232 tariffs add 25% on steel and 10% on aluminum products.
These tariff layers apply to iron, steel, aluminum products, pipes, and structural metals imported from China
IEEPA Global Tariff
10%
Applies to all imports from all countries
MFN (Most Favored Nation)
Varies by HTS code
Base duty rate set by the Harmonized Tariff Schedule
Section 301
7.5%–25%
China-specific tariffs on Lists 1–4B
Section 232
25% steel / 10% aluminum
National security tariffs on steel & aluminum
Not applicable to this combination:
Representative tariff classifications under HTS chapters 72, 73, 76. Actual rates depend on the specific 10-digit HTS code.
| HTS Code | Product Description | MFN Rate | Additional Duties | + IEEPA 10% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7210.49.00 | Zinc-Coated Flat Steel | Free | Sec 301: 7.5–25% + Sec 232: 25% | Free + layers |
| 7208.51.00 | Hot-Rolled Steel Plate | Free | Sec 301: 7.5–25% + Sec 232: 25% | Free + layers |
| 7304.19.10 | Seamless Steel Pipes | Free | Sec 301: 7.5–25% + Sec 232: 25% | Free + layers |
| 7606.12.30 | Aluminum Alloy Plate | 3.0% | Sec 301: 7.5–25% + Sec 232: 25% | 3.0% + layers |
| 7607.11.90 | Aluminum Foil | 5.3% | Sec 301: 7.5–25% + Sec 232: 25% | 5.3% + layers |
| 7318.15.20 | Steel Bolts & Screws | 8.6% | Sec 301: 7.5–25% + Sec 232: 25% | 8.6% + layers |
* Rates shown are representative. Use the calculator for exact duty amounts based on your specific HTS code and declared value.
Section 301 tariffs add 7.5%–25% on most steel & aluminum from China, depending on the specific List (1–4B) the product falls under.
De minimis ($800 duty-free threshold) has been eliminated for Chinese imports — all shipments are subject to duty.
Section 232 tariffs impose 25% on steel and 10% on aluminum imports from China, in addition to any MFN and IEEPA duties.
The IEEPA 10% tariff applies to all steel & aluminum imports from China regardless of other duty layers.
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