1.35 mm Valve Spring Steel Wire

High-carbon valve spring wire (0.65% C), 1.35 mm round uncoated, patented for engine valve springs. Fatigue-resistant for high-RPM applications. HTS 7217.10.80.75 matches carbon content, diameter, and nonalloy uncoated status.

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.

8708.80Lower: 27.5% vs 35%

If pre-formed into valve springs

Engine-specific formed springs become Chapter 87 parts.

7229.90.90Same rate: 35%

If chrome-silicon alloy

Valve spring alloys typically use silicon additions, moving to alloy headings.

7215.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If other shapes like flattened

Non-round valve wire profiles classify under heading 7215.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Engine manufacturer specs and fatigue test data support classification

Distinguish from suspension spring wire which may have different certifications

Customs may require decarburization layer measurements