U.S. exports of Lead-Coated or Terne-Plated Flat Iron or Nonalloy Steel, 600mm or Wider (HS 721020) totaled $373K in August 2026, exported to 1 country.
Last updated: August 2026 dataTerne plate — flat-rolled nonalloy steel coated with a lead-tin alloy — occupies a narrow but specialized niche, historically used in roofing, fuel tanks, and certain automotive components where the coating's solderability and corrosion resistance matter more than the environmental concerns that have curtailed its broader use. Classified under 7210200000, all such imports are subject to Section 232 tariffs. Taiwan leads US supply, with Canada and China also present in the import stream.
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While CBP handles tariff classification, lead-containing materials may be subject to EPA regulations depending on end use, particularly in consumer products or applications governed by the Toxic Substances Control Act. Importers should assess whether the intended application triggers any federal or state restrictions on lead content before committing to terne plate sourcing.
The key distinction is the coating metal: terne plate uses a lead-tin alloy, placing it under HTS 7210200000, while zinc-coated products fall under 7210.30, 7210.41, or 7210.49 depending on the application method and form. Mill certifications identifying the coating composition are essential to support the correct classification.
Subheading 10 of 11 in heading 7210
Subheading 721020 · $373K of $120.6M
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Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. exported $2.0M of Lead-Coated or Terne-Plated Flat Iron or Nonalloy Steel, 600mm or Wider.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 1 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7210200000 | Flt Rld Ios Na Gt/=600mm, Ctd/Pltd W/Lead, Ternplt | — | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 7210200000 | Flt Rld Irn/Na Gt=600mm, Ctd/Pltd W/Lead, Ternplt | $373K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Exports · August 2026
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Turkey and India together take 67% of it.
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None recorded for this period.