Uncoated Flat Steel Shim Stock Wire from Germany

Thin flat wire of low-carbon nonalloy steel, ≤0.25 mm thick, not plated or coated, used as precision shim stock in machinery alignment. Falls precisely under HTS 7217.10.10.00 for its flat wire profile and material specs without surface treatments beyond polishing. Provides accurate spacing in industrial assemblies.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Certify 'not further worked' beyond polishing to match 'whether or not polished' provision

Watch for phosphatizing or other chemical treatments—these count as 'further worked' per chapter note

Bundle in weights under 50kg per entry to simplify valuation and avoid bulk steel scrutiny