PVC Coated Galvanized Steel Wire
Wire of nonalloy steel coated with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic for corrosion protection and flexibility. Classified under HTS 7217.90.1000 as wire of iron or nonalloy steel that is 'other' (not rod or bars) and specifically coated with plastics. The plastic coating distinguishes it from uncoated wires in other subheadings.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coated with zinc or aluminum instead of plastics
Zinc/aluminum coated (galvanized) nonalloy steel wire falls under 7217.20, as plastics coating specifically directs to 7217.90.10.
If made of alloy steel rather than nonalloy
Alloy steel wire (with specified alloying elements per Chapter 72 notes) is classified in Chapter 72 heading 7229, not 7217.
If further worked into chain, woven mesh, or barbed wire
Wire products like chain or fencing mesh are finished articles under heading 7313, not raw coated wire under 7217.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide lab certification confirming the coating is plastics (e.g
• PVC) and not metal, as metal-coated wires fall under different subheadings like 7217.20
• Declare exact coating thickness and steel composition to avoid reclassification; nonalloy steel must have carbon ≤0.6%
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.
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.
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.