Model Railroad Track Wire

24 gauge pure nickel-plated nonalloy steel wire for model train track power feeds. HTS 7217.90.50 as other wire though plated; minimal nickel for conductivity. Hobby industry product.

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.

7408.11Lower: 13% vs 35%

If pure nickel wire

Base metal changes to Chapter 74.

8544.42.20Same rate: 35%

If electrical conductors fitted

Insulated/fitted for electrical use becomes Chapter 85.

9503.00.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If part of complete train set

Toys including trains classified as sets.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Nickel flash plating <0.001 inch stays Chapter 72

Hobby Lobby/Train store retail compliance

Spool vs hank affects coil classification

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