5-1/2 Inch L80-9CR Threaded Casing from Germany
5-1/2 inch L80-9CR restricted alloy casing threaded for sour gas service wells. While containing chromium, classified as nonalloy base with restrictions under 7306.29.10.90 when meeting criteria. Welded for drilling applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• 9CR alloys require HIC/SSC test certificates for sour service compliance
• Chemical analysis must show exact Cr/Ni/Mo to verify nonalloy/restricted status
• NACE standards documentation prevents reclassification as higher alloy