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12.5mm Grade 70 Stud Link Chain

Grade 70 heat-treated stud link chain with 12.5 mm links, used in towing and recovery operations for trucks and marine vessels. Studs prevent elongation under dynamic loads. HTS 7315.81.00.00 applies to this other stud link steel chain.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7315.89Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If chain is painted or coated

Surface-treated chain (not galvanized) may fall under 'other' with treatments.

8708.99.81.80Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If for vehicle recovery kits

Parts of motor vehicles classify under Chapter 87 if end-use specified.

7315.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If skid chain variant

Skid chains for logging have distinct features under separate subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide tensile strength test certificates; Grade 70 requires minimum 70,000 psi proof load

β€’ Avoid mixing with non-stud chain in shipments to prevent blended classification issues