Welded Carbon Steel Pipe for Water Main from China
Large-diameter welded pipe made from nonalloy steel, with external diameter over 406.4 mm, used in municipal water distribution systems. Classified under 7305.39.1000 due to its welded construction, circular cross-section, and iron/nonalloy steel material. Exceeds the size threshold for smaller pipes in other headings.
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
• Verify weld seam integrity and hydrostatic test certificates to meet API or ASTM standards for pressure piping
• Include mill test reports (MTRs) showing chemical composition confirming nonalloy steel status
• Avoid misclassification as line pipe by ensuring no oil/gas transport markings or specs