API 5CT J55 Threaded Steel Oil Well Casing from China

Threaded and coupled steel casing pipe made from J55 grade non-alloy steel, used to line oil and gas wells during drilling operations. It meets API 5CT specifications for strength and pressure resistance in drilling applications. Classified under 7306.29.10.90 as other threaded or coupled casing of iron or nonalloy steel for oil/gas 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

Verify API 5CT certification and grade markings (J55) on each pipe length for customs compliance

Provide mill test certificates showing chemical composition to confirm non-alloy steel classification

Avoid misclassification as seamless tubing (7304) by documenting welded construction and threaded couplings