1/4 Inch Stainless Steel Wire Rope from Japan
A 1/4 inch diameter stainless steel wire rope composed of multiple strands twisted together, used for rigging and lifting applications. It falls under HTS 7312.10.60 as it is a rope of stainless steel, not electrically insulated, and not specifically fitted for other uses. The cross-sectional dimensions of its wires do not exceed 16 mm, fitting the chapter definition of wire.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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 of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify stainless steel grade (e.g
• 304 or 316) with mill test certificates to confirm classification under stainless steel provisions
• Ensure product is not electrically insulated or assembled with fittings to avoid reclassification to other subheadings
• Provide detailed specifications on strand count and construction to prevent undervaluation disputes