Nylon-Coated Steel Cable 3/8 Inch from Japan
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.
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
• Document coating thickness (<0.5mm) to avoid reclassification as Chapter 39 plastic product; include coating specs in entry
• Check for RoHS compliance if for EU import to prevent delays