Phosphorized Refined Copper Welding Wire from Germany
12.7 mm diameter phosphorized refined copper wire used for gas-shielded welding applications in marine and plumbing industries. Falls under HTS 7408.11.30.00 as it's refined copper (phosphorus deoxidized per ASTM B280) with cross-section over 9.5 mm. The trace phosphorus (<0.015%) doesn't qualify as alloying.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
51%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include ASTM B280 certification specifying phosphorized refined copper to distinguish from alloys
• Document intended welding end-use but classify based on form, not application, to avoid 83xx tool steel confusion
• Check for anti-dumping duties if sourced from certain Asian producers; verify Commerce scope rulings