Galvanized Staple Flat Wire 1.0 mm

No, wait—this is not plated. Correct: Plain low-carbon flat wire, 1.0 mm thick x 2 mm wide, for office staple production before galvanizing. HTS 7217.10.20.00 applies to this uncoated, nonalloy flat wire in the specified thickness.

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.

7217.20.45Same rate: 35%

If coated with zinc

Galvanized flat wire classified separately per chapter note on coatings.

8305.20.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If imported as complete staples

Finished staples are office articles in Chapter 83.

7228.70.30Same rate: 35%

If made from alloy steel

Alloy compositions move to heading 7228.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm no zinc or other coatings via inspection; provide chemical analysis for carbon limit; watch for misdeclaration as round wire