316L Stainless Steel Spring Wire
High-corrosion resistant 316L stainless steel wire, 0.8 mm diameter, drawn for manufacturing compression and extension springs in automotive and medical devices. Classified in HTS 7223.00.90.00 as other stainless steel wire, excluding specialized alloys like ball-bearing or tool steel per chapter notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If round and measuring 1.5 mm or more in cross-sectional dimension
Larger diameter round wire specifically heads to 7223.00.30, separate from 'other' finer wires.
If not cold-formed or finished and under 1.5 mm
Unfinished stainless bars/rods/wire before drawing process classify under Chapter 72 semifinished headings.
If imported as finished springs rather than wire
End-use as manufactured springs moves to Chapter 73 articles of iron/steel, not raw wire.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide chemical analysis reports confirming 316L molybdenum content to distinguish from basic stainless and prevent misclassification
• Declare tensile strength if over high-strength thresholds (note a), as it could shift to different steel categories
• Avoid rust/discoloration claims per chapter note; inspect upon arrival and document condition at entry
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