7312.10.30.12 - Other 🖩

This category, HTS 7312.10.30.12, specifically classifies "Other" stranded wire made of iron or steel, which is not electrically insulated, and is intended for the prestressing of concrete. These are typically high-strength steel wires, often bundled or twisted together, designed to be incorporated into concrete structures to impart tensile strength and prevent cracking. The primary function is to reinforce concrete elements, providing enhanced durability and load-bearing capacity in applications such as bridges, buildings, and precast concrete products.

This classification is distinct from its sibling category, 7312.10.30.10, which covers stranded wire that is covered with textile or other non-metallic material. The key differentiating factor lies in the surface treatment or covering of the wire; HTS 7312.10.30.12 pertains to bare or uncoated stranded wire, or any covering that does not consist of textile or other non-metallic materials for protection or reinforcement beyond the inherent properties of the steel strands themselves.

As a leaf node, this category has no further subdivisions. Therefore, the focus for classification within this code is on ensuring that the stranded wire meets the criteria of being made of iron or steel, not electrically insulated, and specifically intended for prestressing concrete applications. This may involve examining technical specifications, product literature, or end-use declarations to confirm its suitability for this particular purpose.