Copper-Clad Low-Carbon Steel Welding Wire

Round copper-plated nonalloy steel wire of 2.2 mm diameter, <0.25% carbon, for MIG welding applications. HTS 7217.30.30.00 covers its base metal coating on low-carbon round wire. Excludes razor blade or chipper knife steel compositions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7229.90.90Same rate: 35%

If contains alloying elements like Cr >1.25%

Alloy steel wire per U.S. note (e) tool steel definitions.

8311.10.00Same rate: 35%

If flux-cored for welding

Flux-filled becomes coated electrodes under Chapter 83.

7213.10.00Same rate: 35%

If not drawn to final wire gauge

Coiled bars/rods before wire drawing process.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Copper cladding must be declared by weight % to avoid alloy classification

Ensure no chemical treatments like phosphatizing, which are further worked

Related Products under HTS 7217.30.30.00

Galvanized Low-Carbon Steel Fence Wire

Round wire of nonalloy steel with less than 0.25% carbon, plated with zinc, and diameter of 2.5 mm, used for agricultural fencing. Classified under HTS 7217.30.30.00 due to its round shape, base metal coating, and low carbon content meeting chapter note criteria for nonalloy steel. Not further worked beyond plating.

Zinc-Coated Low-Carbon Steel Tie Wire

Round zinc-plated nonalloy steel wire, 1.6 mm diameter, under 0.25% carbon, used for securing rebar in construction. Fits HTS 7217.30.30.00 as plated round wire of specified size and low carbon nonalloy steel. Excludes deformations qualifying as reinforcing per U.S. notes.

Tin-Plated Low-Carbon Steel Annealing Wire

Round tin-coated nonalloy steel wire of 2 mm diameter and <0.25% carbon, for annealing processes in metalworking. HTS 7217.30.30.00 applies to its base metal plating, round cross-section, and low-carbon nonalloy composition. Not qualifying as tool steel or other special alloys.

Nickel-Plated Low-Carbon Steel Spring Wire

Round nickel-coated nonalloy steel wire, 1.8 mm diameter, <0.25% carbon, preconditioned for spring forming. Classed in 7217.30.30.00 for plated round low-carbon wire, prior to further fabrication into springs. Distinguishes from heat-resisting or ball-bearing steels.

Terne-Coated Low-Carbon Steel Bale Wire

Round terne (lead-tin)-plated nonalloy steel wire, 1.75 mm dia., <0.25% C, for baling hay and straw. Fits 7217.30.30.00 as other base metal coated round low-carbon wire. Not universal mill plate or high-strength per notes.

Aluminum-Coated Low-Carbon Steel Guy Wire

Round aluminum-plated nonalloy steel wire, 3 mm diameter, <0.25% carbon, for utility pole guy strands. HTS 7217.30.30.00 for plated round wire specs matching low-carbon criteria. Distinguished from concrete reinforcing deformations.