Stud Link Stud Welding Chain from China
Specialized stud link chain from low-alloy steel, designed for underwater welding and salvage operations. The robust stud links provide kink resistance essential for deep-sea handling. Covered by HTS 7315.81.00.00 as stud link chain.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Include proof of weldability certification; non-compliant material leads to duty reassessment
• Declare total length accurately, as partial reels are common pitfalls for undervaluation claims
• Galvanized versions require separate HTS if coating exceeds 5% weight; test and document