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Low-Lay Steel Winch Cable

Galvanized stranded steel wire with special low twist for off-road vehicle winches, minimizing kinking under load. Classified under HTS 7312.10.3020 for its precise lay of ≤1 rev per 8.5 strand diameters. Common in 4x4 recovery and towing applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+75.0%75%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+50.0%50%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+50.0%50%
🇯🇵JapanFree+50.0%50%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7312.10.30Same rate: 75%

If standard twist over low-lay limit

Most winch ropes use conventional lay.

8708.99.81Lower: 52.5% vs 75%

If fitted for specific vehicle winch

Vehicle parts classification if customized.

7315.89.50.00Higher: 78.9% vs 75%

If with thimble or hook end fittings

Assembled into slings or tackle uses 7315.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include SAE J2337 or similar standards compliance for automotive wire

• Measure and declare exact strand diameter to validate twist calculation