0.28% Carbon Round Steel Wire for Tire Bead from Japan
Nonalloy round wire with 0.28% carbon used in tire bead reinforcement, supplied polished without plating. Under HTS 7217.10.80.20 for other round wire in 0.25-0.6% carbon range, distinguishing from lower carbon tire cord wires. Provides essential hoop strength in radial tire construction.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Provide end-use statements if borderline with industrial high-strength, but carbon keeps it here
• Ensure no deformation like ribs that would classify as concrete reinforcing per note (c)