Steel from 🇪🇺 European Union: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for steel imported from European Union. Total 2025 imports: $9.2B.
Quick answer for US importers
What is the US import duty on steel from European Union?
Steel imported into the United States from European Union must be classified under the correct HTS code before the US duty rate can be confirmed. The rate depends on the 10-digit HTS classification, base MFN duty, country-of-origin rules, and any special tariff program or trade remedy that applies to the shipment.
Section 232 — Steel
25% tariff on steel imports under Section 232 national security authority.
Section 232 — Aluminum
10% tariff on aluminum imports under Section 232 national security authority.
HTS Codes for Steel — Duty Rates
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Search Steel HTS codesTop Steel Imports from European Union (2025)
| HS6 Code | Description | Import Value | Duties Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 730890 | STRUCTURES AND PARTS OF STRUCTURES NESOI, OF IRON OR STEEL | $1.2B | $178M |
| 721012 | FLAT-ROLLED IRON OR NONALLOY STEEL PRODUCTS, 600 MM OR MORE WIDE, PLATED OR COATED WITH TIN, UNDER 0.5 MM THICK | $1.1B | $151M |
| 730820 | TOWERS AND LATTICE MASTS OF IRON OR STEEL | $905M | $269M |
| 730429 | CASING AND TUBING OF A KIND USED IN DRILLING FOR OIL OR GAS, OF IRON (EXCEPT CAST IRON) OR STEEL | $416M | $107M |
| 722220 | BARS AND RODS OF STAINLESS STEEL, COLD-FORMED OR COLD-FINISHED | $262M | $42M |
| 722490 | SEMIFINISHED PRODUCTS OF ALLOY STEEL (OTHER THAN STAINLESS) NESOI | $256M | $7M |
| 730511 | LINE PIPE FOR OIL OR GAS PIPELINES, EXTERNAL DIAMETER OVER 406.4 MM (16 IN.), OF IRON OR STEEL, LONGITUDINALLY SUBMERGED ARC WELDED | $209M | $60M |
| 730419 | LINE PIPE FOR OIL AND GAS PIPELINES, OF SEAMLESS IRON (OTHER THAN CAST IRON) OR STEEL, NES | $170M | $30M |
| 722530 | FLAT-ROLLED ALLOY STEEL (OTHER THAN STAINLESS) IN COILS, 600 MM OR MORE WIDE, HOT-ROLLED, NESOI | $168M | $49M |
| 722592 | FLAT-ROLLED ALLOY STEEL NESOI 600 MM OR MORE WIDE PLATED OR COATED WITH ZINC, NOT ELECTROLYTICALLY | $162M | $40M |
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Last verified: June 2, 2026
Rates and trade context on this page are checked against official tariff, customs, trade-policy, and import-data sources. Use the calculator for an item-specific duty stack before making entry, quote, or purchase decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Section 232 tariff on steel?
Section 232 imposes a 25% tariff on most steel imports. Some countries have negotiated quota arrangements. Canada and Mexico are subject to the tariff unless the steel meets USMCA rules of origin.
Are there anti-dumping duties on steel?
Yes, extensive AD/CVD orders cover steel from many countries including China, Japan, South Korea, India, and others. Combined with Section 232, effective duties on some steel products exceed 50%.
What HTS codes cover steel products?
Steel products span HTS Chapters 72 (iron and non-alloy steel, stainless steel, alloy steel) and 73 (articles of iron or steel). Key codes include 7208-7212 for flat-rolled products and 7213-7215 for bars and rods.
What tariffs apply to steel from European Union?
Steel imported from European Union are subject to the standard MFN base duty rate, plus Section 232 — Steel, Section 232 — Aluminum tariff overlays. Use the duty calculator to get the exact rate for your HTS code.
How do I calculate the landed cost for steel from European Union?
The landed cost includes the product value (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties (base rate plus any applicable overlays), Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464% of value, min $29.66), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125% of dutiable value). Use our landed cost calculator to get the full breakdown.
What HTS codes apply to steel from European Union?
Steel classifications depend on product details such as material, construction, use, and value. Start with the HTS codes listed on this page, then confirm the exact 10-digit HTS code before filing an entry.
Is this page about US import duty or European Union import duty?
This page covers US customs duty when steel are imported into the United States from European Union. It is not European Union's own import tariff schedule for goods entering European Union.
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