HS 721691 Other

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What products does HS 721691 cover?

This subheading covers "Other" bars and rods of iron or non-alloy steel, which have been further worked after rolling or extrusion. This includes products that have been bent, forged, or otherwise shaped into specific forms not covered by preceding subheadings within heading 7216. The World Customs Organization (WCO) Harmonized System Nomenclature provides that these items are distinct from simple hot-rolled or cold-formed shapes, requiring additional manufacturing processes. For instance, USITC HTS 7216.91.0000 and EU TARIC 7216910000 define this category by exclusion from more specific forms like angles, shapes, and sections.

What falls outside HS 721691?

The following products are excluded from HS 721691: bars and rods that have undergone only simple bending or coiling without further shaping, as well as those that have been plated, coated, or clad, which would be classified under different headings. For example, stainless steel bars (Chapter 72, Note 1(d)) or bars of alloy steel (Chapter 72, Note 1(c)) are not covered. Additionally, finished articles made from these bars, such as screws or bolts, are classified separately based on their specific function, typically in Chapters 73 or 83.

What are common classification mistakes for HS 721691?

A common error is misclassifying simple bent bars as "other" when they should fall under a more specific subheading within 7216 if they retain the characteristics of angles, shapes, or sections. Another mistake involves confusing these worked bars with finished goods. According to General Rule of Interpretation (GRI) 1, classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Importers may also incorrectly apply this code to bars that have undergone surface treatments like galvanization, which would necessitate classification elsewhere.

How should importers classify products under HS 721691?

The correct procedure for classifying products under HS 721691 involves a detailed examination of the product's manufacturing process and final form. Importers and customs brokers must first consult the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System and the specific tariff schedule of the importing country (e.g., USITC HTS or EU TARIC). Key considerations include whether the bar or rod has been further worked beyond simple rolling or extrusion, such as by forging or bending into a specific non-standard shape. Verification of the material composition (iron or non-alloy steel) is also critical.

How is the duty calculated for products under HS 721691?

A custom-bent steel reinforcing bar weighing 5 kilograms and declared at a customs value of $15.00 USD would attract a US duty of $0.75. This is calculated using the Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate of 5% ad valorem, applied to the declared value ($15.00 × 0.05 = $0.75). This is calculated using the MFN rate published in the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule for HTS 7216.91.0000, which is 5% ad valorem. Note that some specific quantities might also have a per-unit duty component.

Which trade agreements reduce duties for HS 721691?

Several free trade agreements may reduce the applicable duty rate for HS 721691, including the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which can provide for duty-free entry for originating goods from Canada and Mexico. The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) may also offer preferential rates for originating goods from member countries like Vietnam. To claim these preferences, importers typically require a self-certified origin statement or a certificate of origin, depending on the specific agreement and jurisdiction, such as the USMCA certification of origin.

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