Galvanized Aircraft Cable Wire from China

7x7 strand galvanized nonalloy steel wire rope, 1/8 inch, for aircraft mooring and guy wires. HTS 7217.90.50 as other wire though stranded; individual wire components nonalloy. High strength for aviation ground support.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter

Import Tips

7x7 vs 1x19 strand count affects 'wire' vs 'rope' debate—declare construction details

Aviation certification (MIL-SPEC) supports end-use but not classification change

Galvanization must be basic—not 'coated' per 7217.20 definitions