Duplex 2205 Stainless Steel Tie Wire from China
Duplex 2205 (UNS S31803) stainless steel wire, 16 gauge, for concrete reinforcing ties and construction formwork. HTS 7223.00.90.00 as other stainless wire not qualifying as concrete reinforcing per note (c) lacking deformations.
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
• PREN value certification (pitting resistance) distinguishes duplex from standard 300-series for proper duty
• Black annealed finish? Confirm no 'further worked' oil/phosphate coatings
• Avoid bundling with rebar; separate entries prevent set classification issues