ASTM A252 Grade 2 Drilling Casing from Japan
Welded ASTM A252 Grade 2 steel casing pipe with circular cross section over 16 inches (406.4 mm) OD, for oilfield drilling to line wells and support formations. HTS 7305.20.4000 applies to this nonalloy 'other' casing, distinguished by electric resistance welding (ERW). Ideal for intermediate and production casing.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit chemical composition analysis confirming nonalloy status (<1.65% Mn, no Cr/Ni)
• Avoid generic descriptions; use 'oil/gas drilling casing' to match statutory notes
• Length specs (30-40 ft joints) help differentiate from shorter structural pipes