7317.00.55.02 - Galvanized 🖩
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 | 3.5% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 7317.00.55.02, specifically covers galvanized nails that are assembled into wire coils. These are typically used in nail guns for construction and woodworking applications. The "galvanized" descriptor indicates that the iron or steel nails have undergone a protective zinc coating process, which enhances their resistance to corrosion. The key defining characteristic for this sub-classification is their assembly method, where multiple nails are bound together in a spiraled wire configuration for efficient loading into pneumatic tools.
This category is distinguished from its sibling, 7317.00.55.03 ("Other"), by the specific method of assembly. While both fall under "Assembled in a wire coil," category .02 explicitly denotes galvanized nails, implying a particular finish and intended use. Category .03 would encompass other types of coil-assembled nails that do not meet the galvanized criteria, such as those with different coatings, materials, or specific design features not covered by the galvanized specification.
As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within 7317.00.55.02 is determined by the presence of galvanized iron or steel nails that are collated and assembled into a wire coil format for use with nailing tools. This precise definition ensures that only these specific types of fasteners are classified under this code.