Galvanized Flat Steel Wire for Cable Binding from China

Flat wire of nonalloy steel, plated with zinc, measuring approximately 1.6mm thick by 5mm wide, used for binding and securing electrical cables in construction. Classified under HTS 7217.30.15.60 as flat wire of iron or nonalloy steel plated or coated with other base metals (zinc), not meeting high-strength specifications. The flat cross-section and base metal plating distinguish it from round wire or uncoated products.

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

Verify plating composition via lab testing to confirm zinc coating meets 'other base metals' criteria and avoid reclassification

Provide mill test certificates documenting nonalloy steel composition and flat dimensions to support HTS 7217.30.15.60 entry

Watch for rust/discoloration allowances - no duty reduction per Chapter 72 notes even if plating shows minor corrosion pre-entry

Galvanized Flat Steel Wire for Cable Binding from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 7217.30.15.60