7312.10.30.05 - Tire cord 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 35% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
HTS Code 7312.10.30.05 specifically classifies "Tire cord," which refers to high-strength stranded wire made of iron or steel, primarily used as a reinforcing material within tires. These cords are engineered to withstand the considerable stresses and strains experienced during tire operation, contributing to their durability and structural integrity. The material is typically constructed through a process of twisting multiple strands of steel wire together to achieve the necessary tensile strength and flexibility required for tire construction.
This category is distinguished from its sibling categories by its specific end-use and construction. While other stranded wire categories under 7312 may be used for general-purpose cabling, prestressing concrete, or possess specific lay/twist ratios, tire cord is exclusively designed and manufactured for the automotive industry as a crucial component in tire manufacturing. The stringent performance requirements of tires dictate a particular composition and construction for these steel cords.
As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level signifies that the product, meeting the criteria of being stranded wire of iron or steel used as tire cord, is definitively classified under this specific HTS code. Further subdivision is not required for this particular type of product.