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U.S. imports of rolled steel shapes (NAICS 331221) totaled $14.9M in July 2026, traded with 33 countries.
Importers of Rolled Steel Shapes paid $1.1M in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $11.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Rolled Steel Shapes imports of $14.9M in July 2026 ran 13% above the year-to-date monthly average of $13.2M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataRolled steel shapes — including wide-flange beams, channels, angles, and other structural sections — are produced by hot-rolling purchased steel through shaped roll passes and serve as primary structural components in commercial construction, bridges, and industrial infrastructure. NAICS 331221 captures this distinct forming operation, which differs from flat-rolling in that the roll geometry imparts a non-rectangular cross-section to the finished product. Structural shapes have been the subject of antidumping proceedings, and Section 232 tariffs apply to imports as steel articles. Specifying the correct flange width, web depth, and weight-per-foot is essential for both procurement and accurate HTS classification, as structural shapes are classified by cross-sectional geometry.
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421 shipments/mo
Structural shapes are classified in HTS Chapter 72 based on their cross-sectional profile (H-section, U-section, L-section, etc.), whether they are hot-rolled or fabricated, and their dimensions. For wide-flange beams, the flange width relative to the web height is a key classification criterion. Importers should obtain certified mill test reports with full dimensional data before preparing entry documentation.
Potentially yes. Structural shapes are steel articles subject to Section 232 tariffs, and certain shapes from specific origins have been covered by antidumping orders. The two measures can apply simultaneously, so importers should verify both Section 232 applicability and any active antidumping or countervailing duty orders for the specific shape, dimension, and country of origin before entry.
NAICSSector 33
National industry 2 of 2 in naics industry 33122
National industry 331221 · $14.9M of $136.7M
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Imports · July 2026
origin
Sweden and Germany together supply 44% of it.
customs district
Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
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None recorded for this period.
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Census does not publish port detail for this classification system.
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Imports
$14.9MYoY · Pro
Exports
$15.6MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.