Copper-Plated Carbon Brush Wire 0.95mm

High-carbon (0.6%+) nonalloy round steel wire copper-plated for electrical conductivity, 0.95 mm dia., used in carbon brushes for motors. HTS 7217.30.45.30 due to carbon content, base metal (copper) plating, round cross-section, and size.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

7408.11Lower: 13% vs 17.5%

If primarily copper content

High copper plating might qualify as copper wire if steel is secondary per material composition.

8503.00.95Higher: 38% vs 17.5%

If imported as complete brushes

Assembled into electrical brushes shifts to Chapter 85 parts of electric motors.

7217.30.45Same rate: 17.5%

If not round cross-section

Non-round (e.g., square) high-carbon coated wire uses separate 'other' subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document copper plating purity and adhesion tests; base metal status must be proven

For industrial use, include end-use statements if nearing alternative classifications

Avoid reclassification by confirming not 'further worked' (e.g

no enameling per chapter note)

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