Submerged Arc Welding Flux-Cored Wire from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Pair with flux powder invoices if sold as a set to maintain welding-specific classification
• Declare tensile strength and yield specs to support industrial use claims
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics raw metal rods, risking Chapter 72 reclass