HS Code for Steel wire

Steel wire is classified under HS code 7217.90 when it is made of iron or non-alloy steel and does not fit into the more specific subheadings of heading 7217. Chapter 72 covers iron and steel, and heading 7217 is specifically for wire of iron or non-alloy steel. According to Note 1(o) to Chapter 72, wire is defined as cold-formed products in coils, of any cross-sectional shape, which do not conform to the definition of flat-rolled products. Subheading 7217.90 is a residual category for wire that is \"not elsewhere classified.\" This typically includes wire that has been coated, plated, or clad with metals other than zinc (which falls under 7217.20) or plastics (which falls under 7217.30), or wire that has undergone specific surface treatments or finishes not covered by 7217.10 (bare wire).

Products Included

• Iron or non-alloy steel wire coated with copper
• Nickel-plated non-alloy steel wire
• Chrome-plated steel wire in coils
• Steel wire with specialized metallic coatings (excluding zinc)
• Polished or decorated non-alloy steel wire

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification is HS code 7217.10, which is for wire that is not plated or coated. If the wire has any form of metallic or non-metallic coating, 7217.10 is incorrect. Another common error is using 7217.20, which is specifically for zinc-coated (galvanized) wire. If the coating is copper or nickel, it must move to 7217.90. Additionally, wire made of stainless steel must be classified in heading 7223, and wire made of other alloy steels falls under heading 7229, making the material composition a vital factor in avoiding misclassification.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Steel wire?

The HS code for iron or non-alloy steel wire that is not bare, galvanized, or plastic-coated is 7217.90.

Is copper-coated steel wire included in 7217.90?

Yes, because copper-coated wire is not specifically mentioned in the other subheadings of 7217, it falls into the residual category of 7217.90.