X65 Alloy Steel Seamless Line Pipe 16 Inch from China
High-strength X65 grade alloy steel seamless pipe with 16-inch (406.4 mm max) OD for transporting natural gas in pipelines. Falls under HTS 7304.19.5050 due to its seamless construction, alloy steel material, and specific diameter range for oil/gas line pipe applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include hydrostatic test certificates showing pressure ratings suitable for pipeline service
• Label as 'line pipe for oil/gas' to distinguish from casing/tubing; mislabeling risks audit
• Check for alloy content exceeding carbon steel thresholds to confirm 7304.19 classification