C85 Spring Temper Wire

C85 grade nonalloy steel wire (0.82-0.90% carbon) in spring temper, used for small mechanical springs, clips, and retaining rings. HTS 7217.90.50.90 applies to this high-carbon (>0.6%) wire not further worked, distinguished by its heat-treated tensile properties. Delivers high fatigue resistance for precision components.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7215.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported as semi-finished wire rod

Wire rod before final drawing classified in 7215, not finished wire.

7320.20Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If formed into helical springs

Finished coil springs from high-carbon wire classified as spring articles in 7320.

7228.80Lower: 10% vs 35%

If meets tool steel composition note (e)

C85 wire with specific alloying may qualify as tool steel wire in 7228.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document heat treatment condition (spring temper, 2300-2500 MPa) and exact C content; temper affects value declaration

Ensure no oil coating beyond drawing lubricant

Pitfall: declaring pre-coiled springs instead of straight wire shifts to 7320

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