12.5 mm Unbonded Single Strand for Post-Tensioning from Germany
Single 12.5 mm unbonded prestressing strand, greased and sheathed for frictionless movement in post-tensioned concrete slabs, composed of seven steel wires. Classified in HTS 7312.10.3012 as other stranded wire for concrete prestressing since sheathing is not electrical insulation. Allows stressing after concrete cures.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Document sheathing material (typically plastic) as protective not insulative; declare strand count (1x7) precisely; test for elongation >3.5% minimum