Welded Steel Grade 30 Proof Coil Chain from Japan
This is a low-carbon steel welded chain commonly used for general utility applications like load binding and tie-downs. It falls under HTS 7315.12.00.40 as it is articulated link chain made from welded steel links, with each link formed and welded in a continuous oval shape. The chain's cross-sectional dimensions do not exceed 16 mm, fitting the chapter definition of 'wire' products.
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
9903.03.060%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 chain grade marking and proof test certification to comply with ASTM standards for safety classification
• Provide mill test reports confirming low-carbon steel composition and weld integrity to avoid misclassification
• Check for working load limit (WLL) labeling; unlabeled chains may face customs scrutiny or higher duties