16-Inch OD Longitudinal Welded Oil Pipeline Pipe from China
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 — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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
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