Submerged Arc Welding Flux-Cored Wire

Flux-cored wire paired with powder flux for submerged arc welding, providing deep penetration for thick plates. Classified in HTS 8311.90.00.00 as flux-cored base metal wire for welding. Essential for pipeline and bridge construction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅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 in electrode plate form

Welding electrodes as plates are 8311.10; wire form is 'other'.

7306.50Lower: 10% vs 35%

If sold as screw-threaded rods without flux

Threaded base metal rods for general use are under Chapter 73.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Pair with flux powder invoices if sold as a set to maintain welding-specific classification

β€’ Declare tensile strength and yield specs to support industrial use claims

β€’ Avoid bulk packaging that mimics raw metal rods, risking Chapter 72 reclass

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