Zinc-Coated Steel Spring Wire from China
Patented or drawn zinc-coated nonalloy steel wire for compression/extension springs in machinery. Falls under HTS 7217.20.75.00 as general other coated wire, prior to spring forming. Coating prevents stress corrosion.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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
Import Tips
• Torsion/wrapping tests confirm spring suitability without reclassification
• Oil residue from drawing allowed if minimal; excessive may constitute 'further worked' coating
• Declare exact grade (e.g
• Grade 2 per ASTM A227)