Nickel-Plated Flat Mild Steel Wire for Crafts
Nickel-plated flat mild steel wire for crafts, with nickel plating for corrosion resistance, measuring 1 mm by 4 mm. Sold in spools for jewelry making and craft applications. 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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
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 presented as finished imitation jewellery
Finished imitation jewellery is classified in Chapter 71.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the carbon content is below 0.25% to classify as mild or low-carbon steel
• Provide a mill certificate showing the nickel plating composition
• Note that wire for crafts is classified here, not as a finished jewelry item
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