Zinc-Coated Low Carbon Binding Wire

Galvanized wire with under 0.25% carbon used for tying rebar in construction or securing bales. Classified in HTS 7217.20.60.00 due to its nonalloy steel base, zinc plating, and low carbon for ductility. Ideal for applications requiring flexibility without brittleness.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7217.20.45Same rate: 35%

If carbon content 0.25-0.6%

Slightly higher carbon increases strength for different uses, shifting to adjacent subheading.

7317.00.55Same rate: 35%

If further worked into nails

Once formed into nails or staples, it moves from wire (7217) to articles of iron/steel (7317).

7229.90.10Same rate: 35%

If made of alloy steel

Alloy additions like chromium would classify under Chapter 72 alloy steel wires.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include annealing process details in documentation; soft annealed wire must still meet low carbon specs

β€’ Avoid common error of declaring as tool wire if tensile strength exceeds typical binding specs

β€’ Test for zinc coating uniformity to comply with ASTM A641 standards during customs exam

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