Nickel Alloy Flux Cored Welding Wire
Nickel alloy flux cored welding wire, such as Inconel, is used for high-temperature welding in aerospace and chemical processing. The flux core provides shielding and alloying elements for corrosion-resistant welds. This wire is classified under tariff item 8311.90.00 as flux-cored nickel-base wire for deposition.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wire is made of nickel alloy and coated with flux
Nickel alloy coated wire is classified under a different tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide the nickel alloy grade and composition on the invoice to support classification under 8311.90.00
• Verify if the wire meets Canadian standards for aerospace or chemical applications
• Keep records of the wire diameter and intended use for CBSA documentation
Related Products under Tariff item 8311.90.00
Aluminum Flux Cored Brazing Rod
Aluminum flux cored brazing rods are used to join aluminum alloys without a separate flux application. The flux core melts during brazing, cleaning the surfaces and promoting strong, leak-proof joints, making them ideal for HVAC and refrigeration repairs. They fall under tariff item 8311.90.00 as flux-cored rods of base metal for brazing.
Bronze Flux Cored Welding Rod
Bronze flux cored welding rods are used for welding dissimilar metals, such as steel to copper alloys, and for marine and artistic applications. The flux core provides shielding and cleaning during welding, ensuring strong joints. These rods are classified under tariff item 8311.90.00 as flux-cored base metal rods for welding.
Cast Iron Repair Flux Cored Rod
Cast iron repair flux cored rods are designed for repairing cast iron engine blocks and machinery without preheating. The nickel-iron composition and flux core produce machinable welds with strong adhesion. These rods are classified under tariff item 8311.90.00 as flux-cored rods of base metal for welding.
Chromium Carbide Overlay Welding Wire
Chromium carbide overlay welding wire is a flux-cored wire used for high-heat abrasion-resistant overlays on boiler tubes and similar applications. The wire contains chromium carbides that are deposited during welding, providing extreme wear resistance. It is classified under tariff item 8311.90.00 as a flux-cored product of metal carbides for deposition.
Copper Brazing Flux Cored Rod
Copper brazing flux cored rods are phosphorous-copper rods with a flux core for brazing copper pipes in plumbing and AC systems. The self-fluxing nature of the rods ensures clean, strong joints without additional flux. These rods are classified under tariff item 8311.90.00 as flux-cored base metal rods for brazing.
E71T-1 Flux Core Welding Wire Spool
E71T-1 flux core welding wire is an all-position wire for welding carbon steel with CO2 shielding gas. The flux core provides deoxidizers and arc stability, making it suitable for structural and general fabrication. This wire is classified under tariff item 8311.90.00 as a flux-cored tube of base metal for metal deposition.