Galvanized Steel Wire Rope 1/4 Inch from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.0325%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)
Import Tips
• Verify strand count and diameter do not exceed 16mm per wire to stay in Chapter 73; provide mill test certificates for tensile strength
• Ensure country of origin marking on spools; common pitfall is misclassifying as stranded wire if under 3 strands
• Obtain FDA approval if for food handling slings to avoid customs holds