Stainless Steel Fence Stay Wire 12.5 Gauge

12.5 gauge (0.099-inch) 304 stainless steel wire for agricultural fence stays and tensioning. Classified HTS 7223.00.90.00 as other wire of stainless steel, drawn smooth without deformations or special alloy notes.

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.

7313.00.00.00Same rate: 35%

If barbed or twisted for fencing

Barbed wire and similar fence wire classify under Chapter 73 chain/strand articles.

7217.10.80.90Same rate: 35%

If not stainless alloy

Non-stainless flat/corrugated fencing wire heads to 7217 iron/steel wire subheads.

7223.00Same rate: 35%

If phosphatized or chemically treated

Chemical surface treatments count as 'further worked' per note, separate subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Galvanized alternatives common; certify stainless to avoid 7229.90 zinc-coated misclassification

Gauge tolerance specs needed; variations could push to bar/rods in 7222

Bulk coil imports require proper strapping to prevent damage claims disallowed by chapter rust note

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