Duty Rate (from China)
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
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
Products classified under HTS 7229.20.00.90
Silico-Manganese Steel Welding Wire
A high-strength welding wire made from silico-manganese alloy steel, used in MIG and TIG welding applications for structural fabrication. It falls under HTS 7229.20.00.90 as wire of silico-manganese steel, not cold-formed or cold-headed, meeting the chapter's alloy steel definitions. The silicon and manganese content enhances deoxidation and strength during welding.
Silico-Manganese Alloy Steel Fence Wire
Drawn wire from silico-manganese steel used for agricultural fencing and chain-link barriers, offering corrosion resistance and tensile strength. Classified under HTS 7229.20.00.90 as 'other' wire of silico-manganese steel per U.S. note definitions for alloy compositions. The alloy improves weldability and durability in outdoor applications.
Silico-Manganese Steel Spring Wire
High-carbon silico-manganese steel wire designed for compression and extension springs in automotive suspensions. It qualifies under HTS 7229.20.00.90 as other silico-manganese alloy steel wire, leveraging the alloy's fatigue resistance. Silicon content aids in heat treatment for optimal spring properties.
Silico-Manganese Reinforcement Mesh Wire
Wire of silico-manganese alloy steel used in welded wire mesh for concrete reinforcement in construction. Falls under HTS 7229.20.00.90 as other non-worked wire of this specific alloy, providing superior strength over carbon steel. Manganese enhances toughness for structural applications.
Silico-Manganese Steel Tire Bead Wire
Bronze-coated silico-manganese steel wire formed into tire bead bundles for rubber tire reinforcement. Primarily classified under HTS 7229.20.00.90 for the base silico-manganese wire before bundling, with alloy aiding adhesion to rubber. Used in passenger and truck tire manufacturing.
Silico-Manganese Alloy Steel Cable Wire
Drawn silico-manganese steel wire serving as input for wire rope and overhead transmission cables. HTS 7229.20.00.90 covers this 'other' category of silico-manganese wire, valued for high tensile strength and corrosion resistance. Silicon improves electrical conductivity in some applications.
Silico-Manganese Steel Music Wire
Precision-drawn silico-manganese high-carbon steel wire used for piano strings and musical instrument wires. Classified in HTS 7229.20.00.90 as other silico-manganese alloy steel wire, prized for uniform tensile properties and resonance. Alloy composition ensures consistent pitch stability.
Silico-Manganese Steel Filter Screen Wire
Corrosion-resistant silico-manganese alloy wire for weaving industrial filter screens and sieves. Under HTS 7229.20.00.90 as other wire of this alloy, with manganese boosting wear resistance. Used in mining, water treatment, and food processing screens.
Silico-Manganese Steel Brush Wire
Tempered silico-manganese steel wire cut to length for industrial wire brushes and abrasives. HTS 7229.20.00.90 applies to this uncoiled, non-cold-headed wire of silico-manganese alloy. Provides superior stiffness and longevity in cleaning applications.
Silico-Manganese Alloy Steel Lock Wire
Soft annealed silico-manganese steel wire used for safety wiring in aerospace and machinery to secure fasteners. Classified HTS 7229.20.00.90 as other silico-manganese wire, with alloy ensuring kink resistance and consistent diameter. Critical for vibration-prone assemblies.