Painted Phosphate-Coated Masonry Nails from Japan
Round wire steel nails with phosphate undercoating and painted finish for masonry and concrete work, preventing rust. HTS 7317.00.55.90 applies as other coated, one-piece round wire articles of iron or steel. The dual coating improves adhesion in harsh environments.
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
9903.05.900%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
• Submit coating analysis reports; phosphate counts as plating under this subheading
• Ensure wire cross-section ≤16mm to meet Chapter 73 wire definition