18.5-Inch Surface Casing Tube from Japan
Welded surface casing pipe of iron/nonalloy steel, 18.5-inch OD exceeding 406.4 mm, used in gas well drilling to isolate freshwater zones and provide blowout protection. Fits HTS 7305.20.4000 as other non-seamless casing for drilling. Corrosion-resistant coating standard for longevity.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Document end-use with drilling contracts or buyer affidavits to counter 'general pipe' assumptions
• Specify wall thickness (e.g
• 0.5-1 inch) in invoices; thin walls risk reclassification as tubing
• Anti-dumping duties may apply from certain origins; check USTR lists for steel casing