Lead-Coated Steel Armoring Wire from China
Nonalloy steel wire coated with lead for cable armoring in marine applications. Classified in HTS 7217.30.75.00 as other base metal coated wire, where lead plating provides sacrificial corrosion protection. Meets definitions excluding special steels like high-strength or tool steel.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document lead content compliance with environmental regs like RoHS for U.S. entry
• Specify coating method (hot-dip vs electrolytic) in invoices for valuation