E71T-1 Flux-Cored Welding Wire from China
E71T-1 is a flux-cored wire for semi-automatic flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), coated and cored for gas-shielded flame processes. It suits heavy structural welding in construction and shipbuilding. Classified in 8311.30.60.00 as 'other' coated rods for flame welding or brazing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label spools clearly with AWS classification (e.g
• E71T-1) to support HTS 8311.30.60.00 declaration
• Ensure compliance with AWS A5.20 standards; provide test reports if requested by customs
• Avoid misclassification as solid wire by highlighting flux core in invoices