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Galvanized Steel Fence Wire

A sturdy galvanized wire used for fencing in agricultural and residential settings, formed from iron or steel wire with a zinc coating for corrosion resistance. It falls under HTS 7326.20.00 as an article of iron or steel wire, distinct from wire rods or basic wire products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina3.9%+37.5%41.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico3.9%+10.0%13.9%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada3.9%+10.0%13.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7313.00.00Higher: 75% vs 41.4%

If twisted or woven into barbed wire

Barbed wire is specifically classified under 7313 as a distinct wire product.

7308.90Lower: 12.5% vs 41.4%

If assembled into structural panels or frameworks

Assembled structures shift from simple wire articles to fabricated metal structures.

7326.90Lower: 15.4% vs 41.4%

If made from steel rods over 16mm or non-wire forms

Exceeds 'wire' definition; falls under other steel articles.

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

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Verify wire diameter does not exceed 16mm per Chapter 72 note to qualify as 'wire'

โ€ข Provide mill test certificates confirming iron/steel composition and galvanization

โ€ข Avoid misclassification as chain-link fencing (7314) by specifying individual wire form