Electro-Galvanized Annealed Steel Wire from Japan
Soft annealed nonalloy steel wire with electrolytic zinc coating, 1.6-5.0mm diameter, for mesh weaving or springs. HTS 7217.20.75.00 applies to this other category of plated wire, where annealing improves ductility. Thin uniform coating suits indoor fabrication.
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
• Distinguish electrolytic from hot-dip via coating appearance and adhesion tests in documentation
• Annealing certificates prevent classification as hard-drawn wire subheadings