Lead-Plated Flat Steel Wire for Cable Armoring
Nonalloy steel flat wire with lead plating, 2mm x 25mm, used in armoring submarine cables. HTS 7217.30.15: flat wire of iron/nonalloy steel plated with lead (base metal). Lead provides waterproofing and weight.
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If silicon ≤0.25% for electrical use
Low-silicon electrical flat-rolled products in 7212 if not qualifying as wire.
If assembled into insulated cable
Finished cables with steel armoring classify in Chapter 85 heading 8544.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Comply with lead content import restrictions and labeling; certify nonalloy status with chemical analysis; beware rust/discoloration claims disallowed by Chapter 72 note
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