Seamless API 5L Grade B Steel Pipe 8-inch OD 16mm WT

This seamless steel pipe of non-alloy steel has an outside diameter of 219.1 mm and a wall thickness of 16 mm, designed for oil and gas transmission lines. It falls under HTS 7304.39.0052 due to its circular cross-section, seamless construction, OD between 190.5-285.8 mm, and wall thickness of 12.7-19 mm. Commonly used in pipeline infrastructure for transporting hydrocarbons.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7304.51.50Same rate: 35%

If suitable for use in pressure lines or machinery

Pipes designed primarily for pressure applications like boilers or conveyance of liquids under pressure shift to 7304.51, regardless of dimensions.

7306.50.50Same rate: 35%

If welded construction

Welded pipes of non-alloy steel fall under Chapter 73 heading 7306, even with identical dimensions, as seamless is specified for 7304.

7304.39.00Same rate: 35%

If wall thickness under 12.7 mm

Thinner walls in the same OD range classify under the prior subheading 7304.39.0042 within the same hierarchy.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain Mill Test Certificates (MTC) verifying chemical composition, mechanical properties, and hydrostatic test results per API 5L standards

Ensure marking includes API grade, size, and seamless designation; non-compliance leads to reclassification or penalties

For line pipe use, provide end-use documentation to avoid classification as tubes under 7304.51 if pressure-rated differently