Zinc-Coated Steel Spring Wire from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
10%
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
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)