Common Steel Wire Nails

Straight nails made from round steel wire with a flat head and pointed tip, used for general construction and woodworking. They fall under HTS 7317.00.55 as they are of one-piece construction from round wire, no cross-sectional dimension exceeding 16mm. Ideal for framing, finishing, and carpentry applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7317.00.65Same rate: 35%

If made from flat or shaped wire

Products from wire with non-round cross-section shift to other one-piece construction subheading.

7318.15.50Same rate: 35%

If produced by screw-wrought process

Screws and bolts, even similar appearance, classify separately from drawn wire nails.

8207.90.60Higher: 39.3% vs 35%

If imported as interchangeable tool parts

Nails designed specifically for tools may classify as tool parts rather than standalone fasteners.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Verify wire diameter does not exceed 16mm to confirm classification under this subheading; measure cross-section precisely

โ€ข Provide mill test certificates showing iron/steel composition and round wire origin to avoid misclassification as non-ferrous

โ€ข Label packages with exact dimensions and gauge to prevent customs disputes on 'round wire' criteria