Music Wire Torsion Helical Spring from China
High-carbon steel music wire helical spring that resists twisting forces, used in clothespins and mechanical timers. Falls under HTS 7320.20.5060 for other helical springs of iron or steel, as a finished torsion type not covered by prior subheadings. Precision-formed beyond raw wire per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21.4%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Include material specs showing high-carbon content; avoid shipping as coiled wire to prevent Chapter 72 classification
• Common issue: undervaluation in small parts shipments triggering audits
• Use HTS advisory rulings for custom designs