Terne-Coated Low-Carbon Steel Bale Wire from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Terne plating (Pb-Sn) qualifies as base metal; provide alloy composition
• Inspect for rust; chapter note denies allowances for discoloration
• Confirm diameter ≥1.5mm; smaller shifts subheadings