Zinc-Coated Flat Steel Wire for Staples
Narrow flat wire of nonalloy steel, galvanized with zinc coating, dimensions around 0.4mm x 1.2mm, primarily used in manufacturing heavy-duty staples for packaging and upholstery. Classified under HTS 7217.20.15.00 due to its flat profile and zinc plating on nonalloy steel base. The coating ensures durability in industrial stapling applications.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of alloy steel rather than nonalloy
Alloy steel versions of zinc-coated flat wire have separate subheadings.
If in bars or rods form before drawing
Undrawn flat bars/rods are classified earlier in Chapter 72 before wire processing.
If imported as complete metal staples
Finished staples are classified as office or hardware articles, not raw wire.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure documentation specifies flat wire dimensions to prevent confusion with round staple wire; confirm zinc coating weight per ASTM specs; declare exact cross-sectional shape as customs may measure for flatness
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