Heat-Treated 3.0 mm Tire Bead Wire

Round nonalloy steel wire with 0.7% carbon, heat-treated for strength, 3.0 mm diameter, uncoated. Meets HTS 7217.10.80.45 criteria for high-carbon, heat-treated, round wire ≥1.5 mm not plated. Used in tire bead construction for radial tires.

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.

7217.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If plated or coated

Even minimal plating (e.g., phosphate for rust prevention) moves to 7217.20 regardless of carbon content.

7229.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If stainless or alloy steel

Alloy versions for corrosion resistance in tires fall under Chapter 72 stainless/alloy wire headings.

4011.90Lower: 13.4% vs 35%

If imported as part of tire bead bundle

Assembled tire bead rings with rubber covering are classified as tire parts under Chapter 40.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include OEM specifications confirming tire bead end-use; ensure no phosphate coating as that would classify under plated subheadings; verify heat treatment doesn't constitute 'further worked' per chapter notes

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