Cold-Rolled Seamless Steel DOM Tubing from Mexico
Drawn Over Mandrel (DOM) tubing is a cold-rolled seamless mechanical tube of nonalloy steel, typically 1.5-inch OD x 0.12-inch wall, used in automotive shock absorbers and machinery shafts. Classified under HTS 7304.31.60.50 for its cold-formed circular cross section and seamless nonalloy steel construction. The DOM process provides superior concentricity and surface finish.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Provide DOM process certification; distinguishes from welded ERW tubing under 7306
• Measure cross-section dimensions—must be circular and under relevant limits for Chapter 73
• Avoid declaring as 'shock absorber tube' to prevent shift to 8708.80 parts classification