Lead-Coated Steel Armoring Wire from Japan
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 — Japan → 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
• Document lead content compliance with environmental regs like RoHS for U.S. entry
• Specify coating method (hot-dip vs electrolytic) in invoices for valuation