API Spec 5CT C75 Tubing from China

C75 grade seamless nonalloy steel tubing per API 5CT for controlled yield oil/gas wells. Balances strength and ductility for drilling completions. HTS 7304.29.50 classification for nonalloy drill tubing.

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

C75 requires special notch toughness testing—include impact test results

Mark grade clearly; C75/C95 confusion common in mixed lots

Trade agreements may offer duty relief for certified API products