API 5L Grade X65 Seamless Alloy Steel Pipe from China
This seamless pipe made from high-strength alloy steel meets API 5L X65 specifications for oil and gas transmission lines. It features a circular cross-section with an outside diameter of 355.6 mm (14 inches) and a wall thickness of 25 mm, classifying it under HTS 7304.59.80.70 due to its alloy steel composition, seamless construction, and specified dimensions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
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
9903.91.0125%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
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
• Obtain mill test certificates verifying alloy steel composition and seamless manufacturing to confirm HTS classification
• Ensure dimensional compliance with OD 285.8-406.4 mm and wall thickness ≥19 mm; common pitfall is incorrect measurement leading to wrong subheading
• For pipeline use, provide end-user certificates if required for duty exemptions or preferential tariff treatment