Heading 7408

Copper wire

9 declarable lines

Heading 7408 covers copper wire, including wire of refined copper and wire of copper alloys. Refined copper lines split by maximum cross-sectional dimension, while copper alloy lines split by alloy type and whether the wire is coated or plated with metal. Insulated electrical cable and copper bars, rods or profiles are outside this heading.

Products in this heading

Bare refined copper wire over 9.5 mm in maximum cross-section
Bare refined copper wire over 6 mm but not over 9.5 mm
Thin refined copper wire of 3 mm or less in maximum cross-section
Brass wire
Copper-nickel wire coated or plated with metal
Nickel silver wire not coated or plated with metal
Other copper alloy wire coated or plated with metal

How to choose the right subheading

Identify whether the wire is refined copper or a copper alloy.
For refined copper, measure the maximum cross-sectional dimension.
For copper alloys, identify brass, copper-nickel or nickel silver, or another alloy.
For copper alloy wire, check whether it is coated or plated with metal.
Confirm the article is bare wire, not insulated cable or wire fitted with connectors.

Often confused with

Copper bars, rods and profiles
These are solid forms other than wire.
Heading 7407
Copper plates, sheets and strip over 0.15 mm thick
Flat rolled products are classified outside copper wire.
Heading 7409
Copper foil 0.15 mm or less thick
Foil is a separate flat product.
Heading 7410
Insulated electrical wire and cable
Insulation or fittings take the article out of heading 7408.
Heading 8544

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for refined copper wire over 9.5 mm?

Refined copper wire with a maximum cross-sectional dimension over 9.5 mm falls under 7408.11.30.00, and the general (MFN) rate is 1%.

What is the duty on brass wire?

Brass wire is classified under 7408.21.00.00, and the general (MFN) rate is 3%.

How do I classify coated copper-nickel wire?

Copper-nickel base alloy wire coated or plated with metal falls under 7408.22.10.00, with a general (MFN) rate of 3%.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.