Nickel-Alloy Welded Instrumentation Tubing

Welded stainless steel tubing for instrumentation, with circular cross-section, wall under 1.65 mm, and nickel content exceeding 0.5% by weight. Falls under HTS 7306.40.1015 as 'other' thin-walled, high-nickel welded tubes, ideal for pressure gauges and sensors.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7306.40.50Same rate: 35%

If wall thickness over 1.65 mm

Subheading changes based on gauge thickness threshold.

9026.10.60.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If assembled into complete pressure sensors

Finished instruments classify in Chapter 90 by function, not tube material.

7222.30.00Same rate: 35%

If produced from stainless steel bars rather than welded

Bar-derived tubes may fall under Chapter 72 for semi-finished steel products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct independent lab tests for nickel content if supplier docs are questioned

Declare intended use as instrumentation to support valuation but watch for part reclassification