Galvanized Steel Flat Wire for Binding Applications
Flat wire of iron or nonalloy steel, plated or coated with zinc, typically 0.5mm thick by 1.5mm wide, used for tying rebar in construction or securing bales. It falls under HTS 7217.20.15.00 as it matches the definition of flat wire which is zinc-coated nonalloy steel wire. The zinc coating provides corrosion resistance essential for outdoor use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not plated or coated with zinc
Uncoated flat wire of nonalloy steel falls under the general nonalloy wire heading without plating specification.
If made of stainless steel instead of nonalloy
Stainless steel flat wire shifts to Chapter 72 alloy steel wire classifications.
If further worked into finished stranded products
Stranded wire, ropes, or cables from this flat wire are classified as finished articles rather than primary wire products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify zinc coating thickness meets ASTM A641 standards to avoid reclassification; provide mill test certificates confirming nonalloy composition; inspect for uniform flat cross-section to distinguish from round wire
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