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3mm Stainless Steel Cable

A 3mm diameter stainless steel cable for guy wires and tensioning in architectural structures and boats. Classified under HTS 7312.10.60.30 due to its stainless steel composition and diameter under 9.5 mm. Provides high strength-to-weight ratio for outdoor use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+75.0%75%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+50.0%50%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+50.0%50%
🇯🇵JapanFree+50.0%50%

Alternative Classifications

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

7312.10.30Same rate: 75%

If of high-tensile steel

High-tensile non-stainless variants have a dedicated subheading.

7326.90.86Lower: 40.4% vs 75%

If for industrial end-use as components

May classify as other steel articles if primarily for machinery incorporation.

5607.50Lower: 16.1% vs 75%

If plaited or braided with non-steel elements

Plaited bands with twine shift to Chapter 56.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide tensile strength test reports to support 'cordage' classification over wire

• Label origin of steel to comply with Section 232 tariffs if applicable

• Avoid bundling with end fittings at import to prevent sling classification