Stainless Steel Marine Rigging Wire from Germany
Low-lay stranded stainless steel wire used for standing rigging on sailboats and yachts, supporting masts and booms. Its twist specification of ≤1 revolution per 8.5 strand diameters fits HTS 7312.10.3020 for stranded wire of iron or steel, not insulated. Corrosion-resistant stainless construction suits harsh marine conditions.
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
• Include material test reports confirming stainless steel grade (e.g
• 316) and exact lay measurements for smooth customs clearance
• Label clearly as 'stranded wire' not 'rope' to avoid shift to higher-twist subheadings; measure twist per official note