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U.S. imports of skid chain of iron or steel (HS 731520) totaled $1.7M in June 2026, traded with 12 countries.
Importers of Skid Chain of Iron or Steel paid $968K in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 57% on $1.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Skid Chain of Iron or Steel imports of $1.7M in June 2026 ran 43% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.2M.
Skid chains — the anti-skid tire chains used on vehicles operating in snow and ice — are split under the US tariff schedule by wire diameter: links not over 8 mm (7315201000) and links over 8 mm (7315205000). China dominates US supply, with Austria and Lithuania serving as notable European sources. Importers should be aware that iron and steel chain products from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs, and all steel articles may also be subject to Section 232 measures, making landed-cost calculations sensitive to origin.
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The US tariff schedule subdivides skid chain by the diameter of the wire used in the links. Chains with links not over 8 mm in diameter fall under 7315201000, while those with links over 8 mm fall under 7315205000. Measuring the wire cross-section accurately before filing entry documents is essential to avoid misclassification.
Yes. Iron and steel skid chains imported from China are generally subject to both Section 301 tariffs and potentially Section 232 steel-related measures. Importers should confirm the applicable additional duty layers with a licensed customs broker before finalizing sourcing decisions.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7315205000 | SKID CHAIN OF IRON OR STEEL OVER 8MM IN DIAMETER | $1.2M | 52.89% | 99.43% | $645K |
| 7315201000 | SKID CHAIN OF IRON OR STEEL NOT OVER 8MM IN DIAMTR | $493K | 65.73% | 100.00% | $324K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 7315200000 | SKID CHAIN OF IRON OR STEEL | $119K |
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
TOWERS AND LATTICE MASTS OF IRON OR STEEL
HS 730820
COOKING APPLIANCES ETC FOR GAS FUEL, IRON OR STEEL
HS 732111
TABLE, KITCHEN ETC ARTICLES & PTS, STAINLESS STEEL
HS 732393
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $672K | -- | -$672K |
| Oregon | $575K | $9K | -$566K |
| California | $106K | $5K | -$101K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $652K | -- | -$652K |
| SEATTLE, WA | $337K | -- | -$337K |
| PORTLAND, OR | $238K | -- | -$238K |