7326.20.00.40 - Double loop bar ties and double loop wire ties

This HTS category specifically classifies double loop bar ties and double loop wire ties. These items are essentially lengths of wire, typically steel, formed into a shape with two distinct loops, designed for securely fastening rebar in concrete construction or for bundling other materials. Their primary function is to provide a quick and efficient method of tying, commonly used in construction, agricultural, and industrial applications.

Unlike sibling categories such as belts and belting (7326.20.00.10) or garment hangers (7326.20.00.20), these ties are characterized by their specific double-loop construction and intended use in binding or securing. While other staples and pins (7326.20.00.30) share a fastening purpose, the "double loop" designation differentiates them from single-point or U-shaped fasteners. Similarly, paint roller frames (7326.20.00.55) are distinct in their construction and function, serving a mechanical purpose in painting rather than a binding one.

As a leaf node within the HTS structure, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under 7326.20.00.40 relies on the precise identification of the item as a double loop bar tie or double loop wire tie, distinguishing it from other "other" articles of iron or steel wire falling under 7326.20.00.90. The defining features are the presence of two loops and their intended application as a tying or fastening mechanism.