Threaded J-55 Casing for Shallow Gas Wells from China
Seamless J-55 grade nonalloy steel casing with round thread and coupling (RTC), 3-1/2 inch OD, 11 mm wall thickness, suited for shallow gas well drilling. It meets HTS 7304.29.10.10 criteria for seamless, threaded oil/gas casing under 215.9 mm OD and <12.7 mm wall.
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
• Confirm collapse and burst pressure ratings in documentation to prove drilling end-use
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'general steel tube'; specify 'casing for oil/gas drilling'
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with API steel products for accurate entry filing