Tin-Plated Flat Steel Wire for Zipper Teeth
Precision flat nonalloy steel wire coated with tin, 0.4mm x 2.5mm cross-section, coiled for manufacturing zipper sliders and teeth in apparel production. Fits HTS 7217.30.15.60 as 'other' flat wire plated with other base metals (tin), excluding razor blade or high-strength types. The specific plating prevents corrosion during garment assembly.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If plated or coated with zinc
Zinc-plated (galvanized) flat wire specifically goes under 7217.20.15, while tin plating falls in 'other base metals' 7217.30.
If imported as hot-rolled flat-rolled products before drawing
Pre-drawn flat-rolled nonalloy steel enters under 7208; drawing into wire cross-section changes to 7217.
If sold as finished zipper components
If pre-formed into zipper teeth or slides, becomes stranded/barbed wire articles under 7313, not raw flat wire.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include end-use certification if destined for zippers to support valuation but maintain wire classification under 7217
• Document exact tin coating weight/thickness to distinguish from Chapter 73 finished zipper products
• Ensure wire remains in coils/bundles, not formed into shapes, to avoid classification as parts of machines (84/85 chapters)
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