Brass Plated Wire Rope Sling Material from Japan
Unterminated brass plated wire rope sold by the meter for custom sling fabrication in construction. Falls under HTS 7312.10.80.00 as it's rope of brass plated wire, distinct from finished slings.
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
• Specify 'bulk rope, not assembled' on commercial invoice to prevent sling misclassification
• Test for lead content in brass plating due to CPSIA if end-use involves consumer products
• Document breaking strength certifications required for rigging safety compliance