Aluminum Tow Cable with Steel Core and Snap Hooks from Japan
Lightweight tow cable assembled from aluminum strands over steel core, equipped with quick-release snap hooks for vehicle recovery operations. This fitted article qualifies under HTS 7614.10.50.00 as stranded aluminum cable made up with steel core reinforcement and attachment fittings. Popular for off-road and emergency towing services.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
54.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Certify tow capacity and hook ratings; declare as non-electrical to avoid Chapter 85; common pitfall is mislabeling alloy content leading to Section XV disputes