Alloy Steel Instrument Tubing

Precision seamless alloy steel tubing (e.g., 316L stainless alloy equivalent), wall <1 mm, for pressure/temperature instruments. Under 7304.90.70.00 for thin-wall seamless alloy profiles. Used in gauges, sensors, and control systems.

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.

7304.41.30Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If cold-drawn carbon steel instrument tubes

Carbon variants use 7304.41; alloy composition determines heading.

9026.10.60.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If imported as complete instrument components

Tubes pre-fitted into instruments classify under instruments of 9026.

7307.19.30Higher: 40.6% vs 35%

If threaded or coupled ends

Tube fittings with connections shift to 7307 fittings classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify 'not for pressure piping' to avoid higher-rated line pipe categories

Cleanliness certification needed for instrument use; contamination voids classification

Micro-wall thicknesses require precise measurement protocols in documentation

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