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Copper-Plated Flat Mild Steel Wire for Fasteners from Germany

Flat mild steel (nonalloy) wire with copper plating, 1.2mm x 15mm, used in manufacturing staples and clips. Fits HTS 7217.30.15: iron/nonalloy steel wire, plated with copper (base metal), flat shape. Copper improves aesthetics and corrosion resistance.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

50%

Rate breakdown

9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)

Import Tips

Test for base metal purity in plating layer; ensure no precious metal content to avoid Chapter 71; bundle in coils properly to prevent damage claims denial per Chapter 72 notes