Welded Steel Fence Tie-Down Chain from Japan
Utility welded chain for securing fence posts and gates, typically galvanized. Under HTS 7315.12.00.40 as welded steel 'other chain' with articulated links from qualifying wire. Common for agricultural fencing.
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
• Galvanization certs essential; hot-dip vs. electro-galvanized affects durability claims
• Length declarations per coil prevent under-valuation disputes
• Separate from fence panels to avoid 'set' classification issues