API 5L Grade B Alloy Steel Line Pipe 4-inch OD from Japan
This is a welded alloy steel line pipe conforming to API 5L Grade B specifications, designed specifically for oil and gas pipelines, with an outside diameter of 101.6 mm (4 inches). It falls under HTS 7306.19.51.10 due to its alloy steel composition, line pipe purpose, and OD not exceeding 114.3 mm. The pipe features a seamless or welded construction suitable for high-pressure hydrocarbon transport.
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 API 5L certification and mill test reports for customs compliance; ensure exact OD measurement ≤114.3 mm to avoid reclassification; provide end-use documentation proving oil/gas pipeline application