0.8mm Copper-Coated ER70Si Silico-Manganese Welding Wire from Japan
Precision 0.8 mm round wire of ER70Si-grade silico-manganese steel (C <0.20%, Mn >0.9%, Si >0.6%), copper plated for superior arc stability in gas-shielded electric arc welding. Used in automotive and fabrication industries for clean welds. HTS 7229.20.0010 applies due to its specialized low-carbon alloy, small diameter, and copper coating.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Submit chemical analysis reports from accredited labs to prove compliance with low carbon and high Mn/Si thresholds
• Label spools clearly with HTS code, alloy specs, and 'for welding use only' to aid customs inspection
• Beware of rust/discoloration claims; Chapter 72 notes deny duty reductions for pre-entry corrosion on steel wire