Cement-Coated Common Steel Nails from Japan
Round wire steel nails coated with cement to increase friction and pull-out resistance in general construction. HTS 7317.00.55.80 applies to these one-piece, vinyl/resin/cement coated articles excluding copper-headed variants. Standard size for household and light construction tasks.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Provide coating adhesion test results if requested, as customs may inspect for genuine cement/resin application
• Declare exact wire cross-section to confirm under 16mm limit per Chapter 73 wire note
• Separate shipments by coating type to avoid averaging duties across vinyl and cement categories