317 Stainless Steel Hypodermic Tubing from Japan
Precision-welded thin-wall tubing made from 317 stainless steel, containing 2-3% molybdenum and over 11% nickel, with wall thickness under 1.65 mm and circular cross-section. Used in medical devices for its corrosion resistance in harsh environments. Falls under 7306.40.1010 due to its welded construction, specific alloy composition, and dimensions.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify alloy certification with mill test reports showing exact Mo (1.5-5%) and Ni (>0.5%) content to avoid reclassification
• Ensure wall thickness documentation under 1.65 mm; common pitfall is mismeasurement leading to higher tariff bins
• For medical use, prepare FDA import alerts and biocompatibility docs alongside HTS paperwork