General Purpose Steel Lanyard Cable
1/10-inch steel cable lanyards for tools and safety tethers. Under HTS 7312.10.9090 as small-diameter steel cordage for personal use. Often looped ends.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fitted with safety snap hooks
Complete safety lanyards classify as steel articles.
If synthetic twine alternative
Rope tethers of man-made fibers go to Chapter 56.
If textile-wrapped
Textile finished lanyards take textile made-up article provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• OSHA safety rating certification required
• Short lengths still cordage unless complete assembly
• Distinguish from polyester lanyards in Chapter 56
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