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Stainless Steel Wire Flat Belt

Flat belting from stainless steel wire used in food processing lines for hygiene and durability. HTS 7326.20.00.10 applies to such iron or steel wire belting with cross-sections ≤16 mm.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+50.0%53.9%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%+25.0%28.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%+25.0%28.9%
🇩🇪Germany3.9%+25.0%28.9%
🇯🇵Japan3.9%+25.0%28.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

7326.19.00Higher: 77.9% vs 53.9%

If assembled from non-wire steel components

Belting from steel shapes or bars over 16 mm moves to general steel articles.

5910.00.10Lower: 41.5% vs 53.9%

If textile transmission belting with wire reinforcement

Predominantly textile belts are in Chapter 59, regardless of metal content.

8428.39.00Lower: 40% vs 53.9%

If for continuous-handling conveyor systems

Belting integral to complete conveyors is classified with the machinery.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify food-grade stainless steel compliance (e.g

• 304/316) for FDA/USDA import clearance

• Document wire forming process (hot/cold) to affirm Chapter 73 wire status

• Avoid classifying as chain if links exceed belting function