7314.14.20.00 - With meshes finer than 12 but not finer than 36 wires to the lineal centimeter in warp or filling 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | m2, kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 50% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 7314.14.20.00, pertains to woven cloth, grill, netting, and fencing manufactured from iron or steel wire, specifically those composed of stainless steel. The defining characteristic of this category is the mesh fineness, which must be finer than 12 wires but not finer than 36 wires to the lineal centimeter in either the warp or filling direction. This detailed specification ensures a precise classification based on the density and construction of the woven material.
To distinguish this category from its siblings, consider the mesh density. Items classified under 7314.14.10.00 have meshes that are not finer than 12 wires per lineal centimeter, indicating a coarser weave. Conversely, the sibling category covering meshes finer than 36 wires per lineal centimeter represents an even tighter construction. Therefore, 7314.14.20.00 occupies a specific range of mesh fineness, differentiating it from coarser and finer weaves of stainless steel wire cloth.
As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories to introduce. The classification is complete at this level, meaning that any woven cloth, grill, netting, or fencing of iron or steel wire meeting the stated mesh criteria (finer than 12 but not finer than 36 wires to the lineal centimeter in warp or filling) and made of stainless steel will be classified under this specific HTS code. Practical application often involves direct measurement of the wire count per centimeter to ensure accurate classification.