Welded Carbon Steel Pipe for Water Main from Japan
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 — 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
• 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