16-Inch OD Longitudinal Welded Oil Pipeline Pipe from Canada
Nonalloy steel pipe with 16-inch (406.4+ mm) external diameter, longitudinally welded for transporting crude oil in pipeline systems. Classified under HTS 7305.12.10 due to its specific use as line pipe and construction characteristics.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Include hydrostatic test certificates showing pressure ratings suitable for pipeline service
• Labeling must specify 'line pipe' vs 'structural pipe' to prevent customs disputes
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests casing use, which could trigger 7306 classification