API 5CT J55 Casing with Coupling from Germany
This is non-alloy steel tubing used in oil and gas drilling operations, featuring welded construction and imported complete with threaded couplings for direct connection in well casings. It falls under HTS 7306.29.60.10 as 'other tubing of iron or nonalloy steel imported with coupling' for casing and tubing in drilling applications. The couplings ensure seamless field assembly without additional threading.
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
• Verify API 5CT certification and mill test reports (MTRs) for compliance with drilling standards
• Ensure couplings match tubing specifications to avoid reclassification as separate parts
• Declare exact steel composition to confirm non-alloy status