Brass-Plated Low-Carbon Round Welding Wire 2.4mm from Mexico
Round iron/nonalloy steel wire (<0.20% carbon) plated with brass (copper-zinc alloy) for electric arc welding applications. Classified in HTS 7217.30.45.04 for 'other base metals' coating, round shape, and welding suitability. Used in heavy equipment repair.
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
• Classify brass as 'other base metal' coating; provide alloy composition cert
• Ensure no enamel/varnish (further worked)—stays as simple plating