Galvanized Music Wire 1.6mm for Piano Strings from Japan
High-carbon (≥0.6%) round wire zinc-coated with 1.6 mm diameter, used in musical instrument string manufacturing, precisely classified under HTS 7217.20.45.80 due to carbon content, zinc plating, and cross-section size. Provides essential high tensile strength and corrosion protection for durable string performance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
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
9903.05.900%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
• Supplier chemical analysis reports must confirm ≥0.6% carbon for music wire grade
• Verify no additional surface treatments beyond zinc plating to maintain heading
• Diameter tolerance certificates prevent size-based disputes