3/8 Inch Brass Plated Steel Cordage
Heavy-duty 3/8 inch cordage from brass plated steel wires, suitable for industrial hoisting and towing. It qualifies for HTS 7312.10.80.00 as cordage other than stranded wire, explicitly made of brass plated wire per the statistical note.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If other ropes/cables not fitting specific material notes
General catch-all for iron/steel ropes excluding plated variants like brass or those with high wire counts.
If impregnated, coated, or covered with plastics
Plastic-coated or covered wire cordage transfers to Chapter 56 for impregnated textile articles.
If other articles of iron/steel fabricated from the rope
Finished products like handles or fabricated items from the wire rope go to the general fabricated metal articles heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly as 'brass plated wire rope' to match HTS description and speed processing
• Obtain supplier affidavits on plating process (electroplating vs. mechanical) for audit defense
• Avoid bundling with fittings; assembled slings reclassify under different provisions
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