Terne-Plated Flat Steel Wire for Roofing Clips

Flat mild steel wire terne-coated (lead-tin alloy), 1.8mm x 5.5mm, for forming corrosion-resistant clips in standing seam metal roofing. Under HTS 7217.30.15.60 as flat wire with other base metal coatings. Traditional terne coating provides decades-long atmospheric protection.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7210.41.00Same rate: 35%

If flat-rolled terne plate precursor

Terne-coated sheets enter 7210; drawn to wire thickness uses 7217.

7318.15Lower: 18.5% vs 35%

If fabricated into screws/bolts

Further worked into fasteners becomes Chapter 73 screws/bolts heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Terne coating analysis due to lead content regulations

โ€ข Roofing industry certs support commercial end-use

โ€ข Pre-formed roofing clips become 7616 aluminum/other metal articles

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