X70 Alloy Steel Gas Pipeline Tube from China
High-strength welded alloy steel pipe (16-inch OD >406.4mm) for natural gas transmission lines, meeting API standards for sour service environments. Falls under HTS 7305.19.5000 due to its alloy composition and dedicated use in gas pipelines.
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 NACE MR0175 certification for sour gas service to confirm pipeline end-use and alloy suitability
• Document weld seam inspection (e.g
• ultrasonic testing) as proof of construction meeting 7305 line pipe standards
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests casing use, which could shift to 7304 or 7306