Galvanized Steel Wire Rope 1/4 Inch from Mexico
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 — Mexico → 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
9903.03.060%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; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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