HS Code 8003
Tin Bars, Rods, Profiles, and Wire
HS code 8003 covers solid tin bars, rods, profiles, and wire, which are essential for manufacturing solder and electrical components.
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HS Code 8003 — Tin Bars, Rods, Profiles, and Wire
This code includes tin that has been worked into solid shapes like rods, bars, and wire. The most common application is solder wire for the electronics and plumbing industries.
What's included
- Solid tin solder wire
- Tin rods for plating
- Extruded tin profiles
- Tin alloy bars
What's excluded
- Hollow tin solder (flux-core) → use
8311(Solder with a chemical flux core is classified in Chapter 83.)
Common examples
- 99% Pure tin wire
- Tin-silver-copper (SAC) solder rods
- Rectangular tin bars for electroplating
- Tin profiles for organ pipes
Frequently asked questions
Is flux-cored solder wire included here?
No, if the wire has a core of flux (resin), it must be classified under HS 8311.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 3%
- Documentation: Must specify if wire is 'solid' to differentiate from 'flux-cored' types.
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: China, Germany, USA, Japan
- Top importers: Vietnam, Mexico, Hungary, Thailand
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Key takeaway
Primarily represents high-purity solid solder feedstock for the electronics industry.
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