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U.S. imports of iron & steel plaited bands, slings & similar products (HS 731290) totaled $1.1M in April 2026, traded with 22 countries.
Importers of Iron & Steel Plaited Bands, Slings & Similar Products paid $534K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 49% on $1.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPlaited bands, slings, and similar iron or steel products — distinct from stranded wire, ropes, or cables — are used in lifting, rigging, and load-securing applications across construction, logistics, and heavy industry. China is the dominant supplier to the US market, followed by Vietnam and India. Because this heading collapses into a single 10-digit line (7312900000), classification disputes typically center on whether a product is a plaited band or sling versus a rope, cable, or woven product, making the physical construction method the decisive factor. Section 232 steel tariff applicability should be confirmed at entry.
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Plaited construction involves interlacing or braiding individual wires or strips in an over-under pattern, producing a flat or round band, whereas stranded wire rope is formed by twisting groups of wires helically around a core. If the product is formed by plaiting rather than stranding or twisting, it belongs in 731290 rather than 731210. When construction is ambiguous, a binding ruling from CBP is advisable.
While US Customs does not require a specific import permit for steel slings, OSHA standards (29 CFR 1910.184) govern the use of slings in the workplace and specify load ratings, inspection requirements, and marking. Importers supplying industrial end-users should ensure products are marked with rated capacity and meet ASME B30.9 or equivalent standards, as non-compliant slings may be rejected by buyers or flagged in workplace safety audits.
Monthly import values over time
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7312900000 | PLAITED BANDS, SLINGS ETC, IRON OR STEEL NESOI | $1.1M | 49.30% | $534K |
PLAITED BANDS, SLINGS ETC, IRON OR STEEL NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 7312900000 | PLAITED BANDS, SLINGS ETC, IRON OR STEEL NESOI | $3.9M |
PLAITED BANDS, SLINGS ETC, IRON OR STEEL NESOI
430.7K kg
ARTICLES OF IRON OR STEEL NESOI
HS 732690
STRUCTURES AND PARTS NESOI OF IRON OR STEEL
HS 730890
THREADED SCREWS AND BOLTS NESOI OF IRON OR STEEL
HS 731815
COOKING APPLIANCES ETC FOR GAS FUEL, IRON OR STEEL
HS 732111
NUTS OF IRON OR STEEL
HS 731816
TABLE, KITCHEN ETC ARTICLES & PTS, STAINLESS STEEL
HS 732393
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOBILE, AL | -- | $1.3M | +$1.3M |
| PORT HURON, MI | -- | $635K | +$635K |
| HOUSTON, TX | $432K | -- | -$432K |