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+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7312.10.30Same rate: 35%

If standard twist over low-lay limit

Most winch ropes use conventional lay.

8708.99.81Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If fitted for specific vehicle winch

Vehicle parts classification if customized.

7315.89.50.00Higher: 38.9% vs 35%

If with thimble or hook end fittings

Assembled into slings or tackle uses 7315.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include SAE J2337 or similar standards compliance for automotive wire

Measure and declare exact strand diameter to validate twist calculation