Heavy Welded Iron Chain for Logging Equipment from Mexico
Robust welded link chain of iron over 10 mm diameter for securing logs in forestry operations. Under HTS 7315.82.70.00 as other welded chain of iron/nonalloy steel over 10 mm. Formed from hot-rolled wire per chapter wire definition (max 16mm cross-section).
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
• Include breaking strength certification; check for rust-preventive coating which doesn't affect classification
• Avoid declaring as 'parts' if sold standalone