0.5mm Annealed Low Carbon Wire from Japan
Soft annealed round steel wire, 0.5mm diameter, <0.25% carbon, non-plated for fine wire applications like electronics harnesses and jewelry making. The annealing process softens for better formability without affecting HTS classification. Meets 7217.10.40 criteria for size and composition.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Annealing doesn't change classification but ensure documentation shows no chemical coatings applied during process
• Fine wires prone to tangling; proper spooling/packaging prevents damage claims denial per chapter notes on rust
• Test for carbon content uniformity; spot variations can lead to entire lot reclassification