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42mm OD Alloy Steel Seamless Tube

A seamless tube of alloy steel with a 42 mm outside diameter and wall thickness under 6.4 mm, designed for hydraulic systems in machinery. It falls under HTS 7304.59.80.15 due to its circular cross-section, seamless construction from alloy steel, and specified dimensions. Commonly used in high-pressure fluid transfer applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+75.0%75%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+50.0%50%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+50.0%50%
🇯🇵JapanFree+50.0%50%

Alternative Classifications

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

7304.31.60.50Same rate: 75%

If made of stainless steel

Stainless steel variants shift to 7304.31 due to specific stainless alloy definitions in Chapter 73 notes.

7306.50.50.50Same rate: 75%

If welded instead of seamless

Welded construction, even with identical dimensions, classifies under Chapter 73 heading 7306 for welded tubes.

8412.90.90Lower: 37.5% vs 75%

If imported as part of a finished hydraulic cylinder

If assembled into a complete pump or engine part, it may classify under end-use headings like 8412 for machinery parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify alloy steel composition via mill test certificate to confirm classification under heading 7304

• Ensure precise measurement of OD (38.1-114.3mm) and wall thickness (<6.4mm) for customs declaration

• Avoid misclassification as welded pipes (7306); provide seamless manufacturing proof