Alloy Steel Welded Culvert Pipe from China

Heavy-duty welded alloy steel pipe with OD >406.4 mm, designed for stormwater drainage and culverts in infrastructure projects. Classified under 7305.39.50.00 due to its welded construction, circular cross-section, large diameter, and alloy steel material not fitting other subheadings.

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

Provide engineering specs confirming OD >406.4 mm to distinguish from smaller diameter pipes in 7306

Include hydrostatic test certificates to demonstrate pressure rating compliance

Label clearly as 'culvert pipe' to prevent reclassification as structural tubing