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Copper-Coated ER70Ni1 Welding Wire from Mexico

Round alloy steel wire with diameter 1.2 mm, containing less than 0.20% carbon, over 0.3% nickel, plated with copper for arc welding electrode use. Classified under HTS 7229.90.50.06 due to its specific composition, size, and copper plating optimized for electrical conductivity in MIG welding. Meets requirements for low-carbon, nickel-alloyed wire suitable for electric arc welding applications.

Duty Rate — Mexico → 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

Provide mill test certificates verifying carbon <0.20%, nickel >0.3%, molybdenum content, and copper plating thickness to confirm classification

Ensure wire diameter documentation (≤1.6mm) and proof of suitability for electric arc welding, such as AWS specifications

Avoid misclassification as carbon steel wire by highlighting alloy composition; common pitfall is incorrect carbon analysis

Copper-Coated ER70Ni1 Welding Wire from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 7229.90.50.06