Welded Cold-Rolled 409 Stainless Exhaust Tube from China
Cold-rolled welded tube made from 409 stainless steel (11% Cr), 3-inch OD, 1.7 mm wall, used in automotive exhaust systems for heat and corrosion resistance. HTS 7306.40.50.42 applies to its circular welded stainless construction, cold-reduction, and sub-15% chromium. Not seamless, distinguishing from Chapter 73 seamless tubes.
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
• Automotive end-use requires no special markings, but include specs to avoid reclassification as parts (8708)
• Test wall thickness uniformity; variations can trigger audits