Zinc-Coated Welded Hardware Cloth from Mexico
Galvanized welded wire fabric in 1/4-inch mesh, sold in rolls for repairs and screening. Falls under HTS 7314.31.50.80 as 'other' zinc-plated welded netting of steel wire <16mm. Versatile for window screens or ventilation covers.
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
9903.05.900%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
• Distinguish from 'insect screening' which may classify under 5112 if textile-based
• Document as 'hardware cloth' with weld specs to stay in 7314 vs. expanded metal
• Check for uniform coating; spotty zinc leads to uncoated classification and lower duties