Nonalloy Steel Exhaust Tube
Nonalloy steel exhaust tube is a welded tube of iron or nonalloy steel for automotive exhaust systems, straight or slightly bent, with wall thickness under 16 mm. It is a hollow profile of iron or nonalloy steel, not further worked than welded, and falls under tariff item 7306.90.00 as 'Other' tubes, pipes, and hollow profiles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tube is part of a complete exhaust system with silencers or mufflers
Silencers (mufflers) and exhaust pipes of motor vehicles may apply if the tube is a component of a finished exhaust system.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• If the exhaust tube is bent or has flanges, it may be classified as a part of a vehicle exhaust system (Chapter 87)
• Provide specifications showing the tube is not further worked than welding and cutting
• Ensure the tube's wall thickness is under 16 mm to fall under the chapter's definition of wire, but note that this item covers tubes of any wall thickness
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