Alloy Steel Large Diameter LSAW Pipe from China
Longitudinally submerged arc welded (LSAW) alloy steel pipe exceeding 406.4 mm OD, used in offshore oil platforms. Falls under 7305.90.50.00 for other large circular cross-section pipes of alloy steel, welded construction.
Duty Rate — China → United States
75%
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
9903.91.0125%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
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
• Certify compliance with API 5L Grade B or X52; include charpy impact test results for arctic-grade pipes
• Measure and record exact OD at multiple points to counter any customs disputes on size threshold
• Beware of quota restrictions or Section 232 tariffs on steel imports exceeding certain volumes