Nickel Welding Backing Strip from Mexico
Thin, precision-cut strip of pure nickel used as backing during welding of stainless steel pipes. Classified under HTS 7508.90.50.00 as other nickel articles due to specialized fabrication. Prevents weld contamination.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Reference AWS D10.11 standards in documentation for welding material classification
• Cut to exact widths with edge finishing to qualify as fabricated article
• Bulk packaging acceptable if clearly separated from raw strip