Heavy-Wall Longitudinally Welded Alloy Pipe for Structural Supports from Japan
This thick-walled, longitudinally welded alloy steel pipe over 16 inches in diameter is used for structural columns in bridges and offshore platforms. It qualifies for HTS 7305.31.60.90 as an other welded tube of alloy steel with the specified large circular cross-section. High-strength alloy enhances load-bearing capacity.
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
9903.05.900%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
• Provide engineering drawings showing wall thickness and weld type for valuation and classification
• Certify compliance with AWS D1.1 welding standards to prevent reclassification as unfinished goods