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Brass Electrical Terminal Wire 18 AWG

18 AWG brass wire used for manufacturing electrical terminals and connectors, alloyed with copper-zinc base composition. Classified under HTS 7408.21.00.00 due to its brass alloy makeup and wire form for electronic applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+75.0%78%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+50.0%53%
🇨🇦Canada3%+50.0%53%
🇩🇪Germany3%+50.0%53%
🇯🇵Japan3%+50.0%53%

Alternative Classifications

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

7408.22Lower: 15.5% vs 78%

If of copper-nickel-zinc (nickel silver)

Alloys with ≥5% nickel content shift to nickel silver classification in 7408.22.

8544.49.20.00Lower: 53.5% vs 78%

If insulated for electrical use

Insulated brass wire becomes insulated electrical conductors under Chapter 85.

7229.90.50Lower: 75% vs 78%

If stainless steel coated

Wire with steel reinforcement or coating moves to Chapter 72 for coated steel wire.

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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

• Include detailed alloy analysis reports confirming brass per subheading note (a) for smooth clearance

• Label wire gauge and intended use clearly; electronics importers often need RoHS compliance docs