Industrial Zinc-Coated Flat Annealed Wire from China
Annealed flat wire of nonalloy steel with zinc coating, dimensions 0.8mm x 4mm, for formable clips and fasteners in HVAC ductwork. Falls under HTS 7217.20.15.00 for galvanized flat wire properties. Annealing provides superior bendability for shaping.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
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
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 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
• Document annealing process and resulting hardness (Rockwell B scale); confirm zinc coating adhesion via bend tests; avoid rust discoloration issues by proper packaging