Tin-Plated Flat Steel Wire for Zipper Teeth from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• 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)