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Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 7312.10.90
Galvanized Steel Wire Rope 1/4 Inch
A 1/4 inch diameter galvanized steel wire rope composed of multiple strands of wire twisted together, used for rigging and lifting applications. It falls under HTS 7312.10.90 as it is a rope of iron or steel, not electrically insulated, and not specifically fitted for other uses like elevators. The construction exceeds simple stranded wire, qualifying as cordage.
Stainless Steel Rigging Cable 5/16 Inch
5/16 inch 7x19 stainless steel cable for architectural rigging and shade sails. HTS 7312.10.90 applies to this non-insulated steel cordage other than stranded wire or elevator-specific. Multi-strand construction fits ropes and cables subcategory.
Galvanized Steel Gym Cable 1/8 Inch
1/8 inch 7x7 galvanized cable for home gym pulley systems. Classifies in HTS 7312.10.90 as general steel cordage/rope, not fitted for elevators or specialized uses. Wire dimension under 16mm per chapter note.
Steel Core Paracord Substitute
7-strand steel core paracord-style rope for survival gear, 550lb strength. HTS 7312.10.90 for steel ropes other than stranded wire; textile cover secondary. Fits 'cordage' definition.
Hot-Dipped Galvanized Logging Cable
1/2 inch hot-dipped galvanized 6x19 cable for logging chokers and skidding. Under HTS 7312.10.90 as other steel ropes/cables, not specialized. High tensile for heavy forestry use.
Zinc-Coated Awning Cable
3/16 inch zinc-coated steel cable for retractable awnings and tension structures. HTS 7312.10.90 covers this non-insulated cordage other than stranded wire. Common in outdoor fabric tensioning.
Rotation-Resistant Crane Rope
Lang lay rotation-resistant wire rope for mobile cranes, 9/16 inch. Classifies HTS 7312.10.90 as other steel ropes, not elevator-fitted. Designed to minimize spin under load.
Steel Guy Wire Cable 7/32 Inch
EHS (extra high strength) 7/32 inch guy wire for antenna towers and utility poles. HTS 7312.10.90 for steel cordage other than stranded. Galvanized for outdoor durability.
Compacted Strand Mooring Rope
Compacted 6x36 WS rope for ship mooring, 5/8 inch. Under HTS 7312.10.90 as other non-insulated steel ropes. Smooth surface reduces wear.
Pulling Grip Steel Cable
Double weave wire rope with pulling grips for underground cable pulling. HTS 7312.10.90 covers this utility cordage. Temporary use grips attached.
Towing Steel Cable 1/2 Inch
Breaking stock 1/2 inch cable for vehicle recovery towing. HTS 7312.10.90 as general steel rope. Snatch block compatible.
Arborist Climbing Rope Steel Core
Steel core prusik-compatible rope for tree work. HTS 7312.10.90 steel cordage. Textile sheath.
Fencing Wire Rope 4mm
4mm plastic-coated steel rope for high-tensile fencing. HTS 7312.10.90 coated cordage. Agri use.
Nylon-Coated Steel Cable 3/8 Inch
A 3/8 inch steel cable with a thin nylon coating for corrosion resistance, used in marine applications. Classified under HTS 7312.10.90 as the core is steel rope/cordage not electrically insulated; plastic coating is incidental and does not change material composition. Exceeds simple stranded wire definition.
Plastic-Jacketed Steel Winch Cable
Heavy-duty steel cable with polyethylene jacket for ATV winches, 100ft length. Under HTS 7312.10.90 as steel core rope dominates; jacket protects but does not insulate electrically or change classification. Not stranded wire due to complex lay.