Longitudinally Welded Alloy Steel Pipe for Oil Pipelines from Germany
This large-diameter pipe, with an external diameter over 406.4 mm, is made from alloy steel and longitudinally welded for high-pressure oil transportation. It falls under HTS 7305.31.60 due to its circular cross-section, welded construction, and alloy steel material exceeding the size threshold. Primarily used in midstream oil and gas infrastructure.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Verify alloy steel composition meets ASTM A335 or equivalent standards with mill test certificates to avoid reclassification
• Provide detailed welding process documentation (longitudinal submerged arc) as proof for HTS 7305.31.60 eligibility