Tin-12% Lead Cable Sheathing Alloy from China
Unwrought tin alloy pigs or anodes containing 12% lead for extrusion into protective cable sheathing in power transmission. Under HTS 8001.20.00.50 due to unwrought form, tin base (>50%), and lead content 5-25% meeting chapter alloy criteria.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Certify as 'unwrought anodes/pigs' with photos; extruded sheathings classify differently
• Declare electrical conductivity properties if relevant for marking requirements
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion with scrap; use clean, virgin alloy documentation