Seamless Nonalloy Steel Line Pipe 3.5-inch OD for Gas Distribution from Japan
A seamless pipe of iron or nonalloy steel, outer diameter 88.9 mm, engineered for natural gas distribution pipelines with high pressure resistance. Classified under HTS 7304.19.10.20 as line pipe for gas pipelines, distinguished from general tubes by its specialized design for hydrocarbon transport. Commonly used in urban gas supply networks.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include hydrostatic test certificates proving pressure ratings suitable for pipeline service
• Label clearly as 'line pipe for oil or gas' to support classification over mechanical tubes