Nickel Thermocouple Base Wire Type K

Pure nickel leg wire for Type K thermocouples, used in temperature sensors, in non-cold-formed straight lengths. Fits HTS 7505.21.50.00 as non-alloyed nickel wire.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.6%+35.0%37.6%
🇲🇽Mexico2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇨🇦Canada2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇩🇪Germany2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇯🇵Japan2.6%+10.0%12.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

9025.19.80Lower: 35% vs 37.6%

If assembled into full thermocouple

Complete temperature sensors classify as thermometers, not raw wire.

8544.11.00Higher: 38.5% vs 37.6%

If fiber optic with nickel conductor

Winding wire for ignition coils or magnets uses insulated Chapter 85 codes.

7504.00.00Lower: 25% vs 37.6%

If nickel powders for thermocouples

Powder forms for sintering classify under nickel powders and flakes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Thermocouple specification sheets must confirm pure nickel (not Chromel/Alumel alloy)

Avoid cold-forming confusion by providing as-cast or hot-rolled form evidence

Bundle with insulation at peril—insulated versions go to electrical wire chapters