Copper-Plated SAE 1080 Flat Spring Wire
Copper-plated flat spring wire made from SAE 1080 steel (0.80% carbon), measuring 1.0 mm by 15 mm. It combines mechanical spring properties with electrical conductivity, making it suitable for electrical contact springs in appliances. This product is classified under tariff item 7217.30.00 as wire of iron or non-alloy steel, plated or coated with other base metals.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wire is not plated or coated
Unplated wire of iron or non-alloy steel falls under this heading.
If plated or coated with zinc
Zinc-plated wire is classified separately from wire plated with other base metals.
If the wire is of stainless steel
Stainless steel wire is classified in a different chapter heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the wire's carbon content (0.80%) is accurately documented, as this determines classification under high-carbon steel wire provisions
• Provide a mill test certificate to confirm composition
• Verify the plating is copper and not another metal, as this affects the applicable tariff treatment
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