Stainless Steel Micro-Filament for Textiles

Ultra-thin stainless steel round filament <0.25 mm for conductive textile yarns and smart fabrics. HTS 7223.00.10.16 as stainless wire not further worked, blended with fibers for antistatic/ESD fabrics. High corrosion resistance.

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.

5402Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If twisted into synthetic yarn

Processed into textile yarn moves to Chapter 54 manmade filaments.

5903.90.10.00Higher: 37.7% vs 35%

If coated for textile incorporation

Textile fabrics coated with metal classify under Chapter 59.

8544.49.10.00Same rate: 35%

If insulated for electrical use

Insulated conductive wire becomes Chapter 85 electrical conductors.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document intended fiber blending to prevent yarn misclassification

Maintain clean packaging to preserve filament integrity

Conductivity testing supports technical textile end-use claims

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