9-5/8 Inch 40 lb/ft Casing from Japan
This 9-5/8 inch OD casing with 40 lb/ft weight is non-alloy steel tubing used as surface casing in oil/gas wells to isolate freshwater zones. It qualifies under HTS 7306.29.2000 for 'other' nonalloy steel drilling casings due to its welded construction and API-compliant dimensions for borehole stabilization. Typically features LTC (Long Threaded and Coupled) connections.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Provide dimensional specs (OD, weight, wall thickness) matching API 5CT to substantiate drilling classification
• Use ISPM-15 certified wood for packaging to comply with phytosanitary rules during ocean freight
• Avoid declaring as 'pipe' generically; specify 'casing for drilling' to prevent shift to lower-duty line pipe codes