Copper-Clad Steel Trolley Wire from Japan
High-strength nonalloy steel core clad with copper for electrical conductivity in overhead trolley systems for trains. HTS 7217.30.75.00 applies to this 'other' base metal coated wire, where copper cladding counts as coating with another base metal. It meets nonalloy steel specs without special alloying elements.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Provide cross-sectional analysis showing copper cladding percentage to distinguish from solid copper wire
• Certify steel melt composition to confirm nonalloy status amid rising alloy steel tariffs
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on copper-clad products from specific origins; check current orders