304 Stainless Seamless Exhaust Tubing 2.5-inch from Mexico
Seamless 304 stainless tubing, 2.5-inch OD, for custom automotive exhaust systems, circular cross section. Under HTS 7304.49.00 as other seamless stainless pipes for general fabrication. Corrosion-resistant alternative to aluminized steel.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Automotive invoices specify 'tubing for fabrication' to avoid vehicle parts headings
• Mandrel bend-ready; declare straight to maintain tube status
• EPA/CARB labels not needed for raw tube