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Automotive Clip Flat Steel Wire 0.6 mm

Flat wire of iron/nonalloy steel (<0.25% C), 0.6 mm x 12 mm, uncoated for plastic clips in vehicles. HTS 7217.10.20.00 due to flat shape, thickness, and nonalloy composition without surface treatments beyond polishing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+75.0%75%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+50.0%50%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+50.0%50%
🇯🇵JapanFree+50.0%50%

Alternative Classifications

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

7213.91.30Same rate: 75%

If considered bars not wire

Thicker or wider products may classify as bars under 7213.

3926.90.99Lower: 25.3% vs 75%

If coated with plastic

Plastic-coated wire treated as plastic article per chapter notes.

8708.99.81.80Lower: 52.5% vs 75%

If imported as vehicle parts

Finished automotive clips are parts of Chapter 87.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Automotive importers need IATF certification docs; measure deformation to confirm flat profile; avoid alloy misclassification