Rotation-Resistant Wire Rope 1/2 Inch from Japan
1/2-inch rotation-resistant wire rope designed for cranes to prevent spinning under load. Falls under HTS 7312.10.9090 as other steel ropes not specially fitted or insulated. Multi-layer strand construction per wire definition.
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 already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide engineering specs showing rotation resistance for tariff confirmation
• Import in bulk spools; cut lengths may be seen as fabricated articles
• Monitor EU origin steel under Biden steel tariffs for additional duties