Polyethylene Coated Fence Wire
Nonalloy steel wire with polyethylene (PE) plastic coating for outdoor fencing, providing weather resistance. HTS 7217.90.1000 applies to this 'other' coated wire of iron/nonalloy steel where plastics is the coating material. Prevents rust and adds color for visibility.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coated with enamel rather than plastics
Enameled wire (nonmetal but not plastics) goes to 7217.90.30; true plastics coating is 7217.90.10.
If high-strength alloy steel version
If meets high-strength steel definition (yield point specs in Chapter 72 note a), alloy wire goes to 7229.90.
If shaped into structural elements like posts
Further fabricated into structures/built-up sections moves from wire to 7308.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test coating adhesion and type (PE vs PVC) for CBP verification; misdeclared coatings lead to penalties
• Ensure no 'further working' like twisting into strands, which might shift to 7313
• Bulk coils ok for 7217; retail packaged may need set analysis
Related Products under HTS 7217.90.10.00
Nylon Coated Steel Tying Wire
Nonalloy steel wire coated with nylon plastic for use in construction tying and binding applications. Falls under HTS 7217.90.1000 as 'other' iron/nonalloy steel wire explicitly coated with plastics. The nylon provides abrasion resistance and color-coding options.
Vinyl Coated Steel Cable Wire
Single-strand nonalloy steel wire coated in vinyl (PVC) plastics for light-duty cabling in crafts and gardening. Classified in 7217.90.1000 as plastic-coated 'other' wire, not qualifying as stranded rope (7312). Vinyl enhances grip and durability.
Plastic Coated Annealed Steel Wire
Soft annealed nonalloy steel wire with plastic coating for easy bending in floral and craft applications. HTS 7217.90.1000 covers this as coated 'other' iron/nonalloy steel wire. Annealing makes it pliable while plastics prevents scratching.
HDPE Coated Rebar Tie Wire
High-density polyethylene (HDPE) coated nonalloy steel wire used for tying concrete reinforcing bars. Under HTS 7217.90.1000 as plastic-coated other wire of iron/nonalloy steel. HDPE provides UV and chemical resistance on job sites.
Teflon Coated Stainless Look Steel Wire
Nonalloy steel wire with Teflon (PTFE) plastics coating mimicking stainless appearance for marine use. HTS 7217.90.1000 for plastic-coated other nonalloy wire. PTFE offers non-stick and high-temperature resistance.
Colored PVC Coated Craft Wire
Nonalloy steel wire coated in colored PVC plastics for arts, crafts, and jewelry making. Classified HTS 7217.90.1000 as plastic-coated other wire. Colors aid creative applications.