Steel Core Paracord Substitute from Germany
7-strand steel core paracord-style rope for survival gear, 550lb strength. HTS 7312.10.90 for steel ropes other than stranded wire; textile cover secondary. Fits 'cordage' definition.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Core vs sheath material declaration critical; steel core rules classification
• Avoid 'paracord' name if misleading—use 'wire rope' to prevent Chapter 56
• Tensile test reports mandatory for strength claims