Zinc-Plated ER70S-3 TIG Welding Wire 0.045 Inch from China
Low-carbon (<0.20%) round steel wire zinc-plated for corrosion resistance, certified for electric arc welding in TIG applications (ER70S-3). HTS 7217.30.45.04 applies due to plating with base metal, round cross-section, and welding purpose. Ideal for clean stainless repairs.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Include chemical analysis reports confirming <0.20% carbon to prevent duty reassessment
• Label spools clearly with HTS specifics; mismatches lead to exam holds
• Avoid classifying as 'tool steel' wire—ensure nonalloy status per Chapter 72 notes