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Brass Jewelry Making Wire 20 Gauge Round

Round 20 gauge brass wire specifically for jewelry crafting and wire wrapping, made from copper-zinc alloy. It qualifies for HTS 7408.21.00.00 as uninsulated brass wire in craft applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+35.0%38%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

7117.19.15.00Lower: 25.5% vs 38%

If imitation jewelry components

Pre-formed brass wire for jewelry base metals falls under Chapter 71 imitation jewelry.

7408.19.00Same rate: 38%

If other copper alloys not meeting brass definition

Tin ≥3% or nickel ≥5% would classify under other copper alloy wire headings.

8308.90.30.00Lower: 35% vs 38%

If sold as jewelry findings set

Wire sold with clasps/beads as jewelry-making kits becomes base metal fittings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide photos and specs showing dead-soft temper for jewelry to distinguish from industrial wire

Small quantity shipments for crafters may qualify for de minimis but still need alloy declaration

Avoid declaring as 'art wire' which could trigger artisan goods review under different chapters