60/40 Lead-Tin Solder Wire

This is a 60% tin and 40% lead solder wire coated with flux, commonly used in electronics assembly for reliable joints on circuit boards. It falls under HTS 8311.30.3000 as a coated rod of lead-tin solder designed for flame soldering or brazing applications. The alloy composition ensures low melting point for precise work.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8311.10.00.00Same rate: 35%

If primarily silver-based alloy

Silver solders containing precious metals are classified under 8311.10, not lead-tin base metal solders.

8311.20.00.00Same rate: 35%

If for bars, rods, or granules without flux coating

Uncoated or non-cored forms of soldering materials fall under 8311.20, separate from flux-coated wires.

7228.30Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported as alloy steel wire without flux for flux core designation

Plain base metal wires without soldering flux core are under Chapter 72 as steel products, not Chapter 83.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify exact lead-tin ratio and flux coating via manufacturer specs to confirm classification under lead-tin solders

Comply with TSCA and RoHS regulations; provide safety data sheets for lead content declarations

Avoid misclassification as silver solder by ensuring no precious metal content; common pitfall in mixed alloy imports

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