Stainless Steel Marine Rigging Wire from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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