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7312 — Stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, slings and the like, of iron or steel, not electrically insulated
Chapter 73: Articles of iron or steel
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 7312 when importing or exporting stranded wire, ropes, or cables made of iron or steel that are not electrically insulated. For example, if you're shipping a roll of steel wire rope used in construction, this is the correct code to use.
When deciding between HS-6 731210 and HS-6 731290, consider the product's form. Use 731210 for standard stranded wire, ropes, and cables, while 731290 applies to specialized items like plaited bands or slings that may be used in lifting or securing goods.
If your product includes a combination of stranded wire and plaited bands, ensure you classify it correctly based on its primary function. For instance, a slingshot made from plaited steel bands would fall under 731290, whereas a simple steel cable would be classified under 731210.
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stranded wire · steel ropes · iron cables · non-insulated wire · plaited bands · lifting slings · steel wire classification · cable import regulations · rope export codes · iron articles HS code
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Steel wire rope for lifting equipment
- Stranded steel cable used in marine applications
- Plaited steel bands for securing cargo
- Ropes made from iron wire for agricultural use
- Non-insulated wire used in construction scaffolding
- Steel slings for heavy machinery
Common questions
How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.
- What is the HS code for steel wire ropes?
- How to classify plaited steel bands?
- Are stranded cables considered insulated?
- What products fall under HS 7312?
- Differences between HS 731210 and 731290?
- How to import non-insulated iron cables?
Related topics
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- classification of stranded wire for import
- how to use HS code 7312 for cables
- importing iron or steel ropes
- non-insulated steel wire applications
- plaited bands and slings HS code
- regulations for exporting steel cables
- determining HS code for lifting slings
- steel wire rope shipping requirements
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products are classified under HS-4 7312?
- HS-4 7312 includes stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, and slings made of iron or steel that are not electrically insulated.
- How do I know if my product falls under HS-6 731210 or 731290?
- Use HS-6 731210 for standard stranded wire, ropes, and cables, and HS-6 731290 for plaited bands and slings used in lifting or securing.
- Are there any specific packaging requirements for these products?
- While there are no specific packaging requirements under HS-4 7312, ensure that products are securely packaged to prevent damage during transport.
- Can I use HS-4 7312 for insulated cables?
- No, HS-4 7312 specifically covers non-insulated wire, ropes, and cables. Insulated products fall under different classifications.
- What are the common uses for products classified under HS-4 7312?
- Products under HS-4 7312 are commonly used in construction, marine applications, agriculture, and various industrial lifting operations.
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