Florist Stem Wire 22 Gauge from Canada
22 gauge (0.64 mm) green painted nonalloy steel wire for securing flowers and stems in arrangements. HTS 7217.90.50 as other wire; paint coating minimal per further-worked note. Retail floral industry standard.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Paint considered 'lacquering' (further worked) but thin coat stays Chapter 72
• Floral dye certification prevents chemical treatment reclassification
• Small retail packaging avoids bulk wire scrutiny