Brass Plated Steel Marine Mooring Rope

Stranded wire rope made from brass-plated steel wires, designed for securing boats and ships to docks. Classified under HTS 7312.10.3045 as stranded wire of brass-plated iron or steel, providing enhanced corrosion resistance in saltwater environments. Not electrically insulated and used in plaited or twisted configurations.

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.

7312.10.10Same rate: 35%

If diameter exceeds 4.75 mm per strand

Larger strand diameters fall under separate statistical breakout within stranded wire headings.

5607.50Lower: 13.6% vs 35%

If Hybrid ropes combining metal with textile materials shift to Chapter 56 twine and cordage.

7315.82.10.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as chain rather than flexible rope

Rigid linked constructions are classified as chain, not stranded wire.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide breaking strength certifications from manufacturer to support classification as 'rope' rather than simple wire

Ensure plating thickness specs are documented; thin plating may be deemed non-qualifying for brass category

Watch for anti-dumping duties on steel wire products from certain countries like China or Vietnam

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