Forged Steel Pipe Nipple Blank
An unfinished forged blank for pipe nipples, made from nonalloy steel, before any threading is applied. It is in a raw forged state without any processing, used by fabricators to create custom-length nipples. The product has a solid, non-wire profile, distinguishing it from wire products.
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 blank is of non-malleable cast iron
Cast iron fittings are classified separately from forged fittings.
If the blank is of other cast iron
Cast fittings of iron other than non-malleable are classified under this item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the blank has no threading or machining, as this would change classification
• Document the material as nonalloy steel with appropriate certificates
• Ensure the product is not considered wire, as wire products are excluded from this heading
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