4-1/2 Inch 9.5 lb/ft J55 Production Casing with Coupling from China

Lightweight 4-1/2 inch production casing, J55 non-alloy steel at 9.5 lb/ft, threaded with coupling for liner applications in oil/gas completion. HTS 7306.29.10.30 covers this welded casing imported with coupling, designed specifically for drilling operations. Used to isolate production zones post-drilling.

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

Distinguish liner vs full casing on invoices; liners may have different coupling specs

Certify weld seam quality via Destructive Weld Test reports for customs verification

Monitor quota fillings for steel products; early imports avoid backlogs