Nylon-Coated Galvanized Steel Winch Rope from China

Stranded galvanized steel rope with a tough nylon coating for use in winches, cranes, and towing equipment, offering corrosion resistance and smooth handling. The nonmetallic covering grips better on drums. HTS 7312.10.3070 applies to its galvanized strands and textile cover.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Test covering material to confirm nonmetallic composition; plastic coatings qualify as 'other nonmetallic'

Document end-use as machinery rope to distinguish from electrical or marine-specific classifications

Check strand count and diameter to ensure under 16mm wire limit per chapter notes