7312.10.30.65 - ACSR core strand 🖩
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
This classification pertains to ACSR (Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced) core strands. These are specific types of stranded wire constructed from iron or steel, intended for use as the reinforcing core in electrical conductors. The core strand itself is a bundle of galvanized steel wires twisted together, designed to provide mechanical strength to the aluminum conductors it supports in power transmission and distribution lines.
This category is distinguished from its sibling by its specific construction and intended use. While other "Other: Other" categories at this level may cover general stranded wire for various purposes, this HTS code is narrowly focused on the steel core component of ACSR. The "Galvanized" designation indicates the steel wires have undergone a zinc coating process to enhance corrosion resistance, a crucial characteristic for components exposed to environmental elements.
As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. The classification is finalized at this point, covering the specific ACSR core strand that has been galvanized. Practical classification will rely on identifying the material composition (steel core), its construction (stranded wire), its condition (galvanized), and its specific intended application as the reinforcing element in ACSR.