Nickel Silver Flat Wire for Electrical Contacts

Rectangular bare nickel silver wire for stamped electrical connectors and switch contacts. Classified in HTS 7408.22.50.00 as uncoated copper-nickel-zinc base alloy wire.

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.

7409.29.00Lower: 36.9% vs 38%

If width ≥6mm (strip, not wire)

Wider flat products classified as copper alloy strip under heading 7409.

8536.90.40.00Lower: 35% vs 38%

If pre-formed into electrical connectors

Assembled apparatus components move to Chapter 85 electrical articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Measure thickness/width precisely; flat wire limit is 6mm max dimension per HTS notes

Conductivity and spring temper specs help prove wire vs strip distinction

Avoid bulk packaging that crushes profile—damaged goods risk reclassification

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