Admiralty Brass Condenser Wire 0.048 Inch

0.048-inch admiralty brass wire (70Cu-29Zn-1Sn) for heat exchanger fins. Uncoated copper-zinc alloy wire under HTS 7408.29.5000, brass per note (a) despite minor Sn.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China3%+35.0%38%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico3%+10.0%13%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada3%+10.0%13%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany3%+10.0%13%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

7407Lower: 11.6% vs 38%

If rectangular cross-section >6mm

Thick sections are profiles/rods in 7407, not wire.

8419.90.10.00Lower: 35% vs 38%

If imported as parts of heat exchangers

End-use as machinery parts can supersede material classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify Sn <3% threshold for brass vs bronze; test reports essential

• Document for condenser end-use but classify as wire form

• Avoid rod misclassification - cross-section determines wire