Welded Cold-Rolled 409 Stainless Exhaust Tube from Germany
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 — Germany → 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
• Automotive end-use requires no special markings, but include specs to avoid reclassification as parts (8708)
• Test wall thickness uniformity; variations can trigger audits