0.96% Carbon HT Tire Cord Steel Rod

Ultra-high carbon (0.96%) tire cord-quality steel wire rod as described in statistical note 5, supplied in hot-rolled coils with sub-14 mm diameter cross section, untreated. Engineered for high tensile strength cords in heavy-duty truck and aircraft tires. Meets exacting metallurgical specs for minimal inclusions and uniform microstructure.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7210.49.00Same rate: 35%

If plated or coated with metal

Metal-coated hot-rolled bars/rods classify under heading 7210 per chapter terms.

7213.91.30Same rate: 35%

If suitable for mechanical springs

Spring-quality steel rods have separate statistical breakout even if <14mm.

7229.90.10.00Same rate: 35%

If electric resistance control alloy steel

Specific alloy types for electrical applications classify under 7229.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include tensile test results proving statistical note 5 qualification; declare as 'not partly manufactured' avoiding any pre-drawing; use rust-preventive oil sparingly to prevent 'further worked' coating classification

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