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Soft Galvanized Low Carbon Steel Wire Rope Core from China

Low carbon (<0.25%) galvanized single wire used as core for wire rope in cranes and elevators. HTS 7217.20.60.00 for zinc-plated nonalloy steel wire. Provides sacrificial corrosion protection in rope assemblies.

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

Include core wire specs matching ASTM A102 standards for verification

Distinguish from finished rope; individual wires remain 7217

Tensile grade documentation prevents reclass to high-carbon