Clad Copper Steel Rounds
Hot-rolled nonalloy steel cores clad with copper plating for electrical grounding rods. HTS 7215.90.10.00 for metal-coated (copper) other bars/rods not cold-formed. Cladding per chapter note qualifies as metal coating.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If copper content predominates by weight
Primary material determines chapter; copper-dominant to Chapter 74.
If imported as complete grounding assemblies
Electrical apparatus components classify in Chapter 85.
If aluminum-killed steel variant
Specific steel type subheading within coated category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Cladding thickness ratios must be documented (typically 10-15% copper)
• Electrical conductivity test reports support grounding rod use
• Distinguish from Chapter 74 copper products by steel base weight
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