MIG Welding Contact Tip from Germany
Copper alloy tip that conducts current to the welding wire in Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welders, available in sizes for different wire gauges. Falls under HTS 8515.90.40.00 as other parts of electric welding apparatus. Wears out quickly and requires frequent replacement during continuous welding operations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify material (e.g
• CuCrZr alloy) and size range in invoices to match statistical suffixes
• Obtain supplier test certificates for conductivity to prevent quality disputes at customs