Constant Force Spring Reel

A pre-stressed steel strip wound into a reel that exerts uniform force over extension, used in retractable cords and tape measures. Falls under HTS 7320.90.50 as other springs of steel, where the strip qualifies under the wire definition by cross-section.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina2.9%+35.0%37.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany2.9%+10.0%12.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan2.9%+10.0%12.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

7320.10Lower: 28.2% vs 37.9%

If assembled as flat leaf-type for machinery

Leaf springs, even constant force, are distinctly headed from coil types.

8501.31.40Higher: 39% vs 37.9%

If part of electric motor assemblies

Springs integral to motors classified with electrical machinery in Chapter 85.

9017.80.00Higher: 40.3% vs 37.9%

If for drawing/measuring instruments like tape reels

Instrument-specific reels with springs go under Chapter 90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Specify if strip or wire-formed in invoices; chapter note applies to both if โ‰ค16 mm

โ€ข Test for spring functionality; non-elastic strips could be reclassified as 7219 flat-rolled