Galvanized Steel Threaded Pipe Sleeve from Japan
A threaded sleeve coupling made of galvanized iron or steel, used to join two threaded pipes end-to-end in plumbing systems. It falls under HTS 7307.92.30 as a threaded sleeve (coupling) for tube or pipe fittings of iron or steel. The zinc coating provides corrosion resistance for outdoor or wet environments.
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
9903.05.900%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 threading specifications (NPT, BSP) match US standards to avoid customs reclassification
• Provide mill test certificates confirming steel composition and galvanization for duty-free claims under certain FTAs
• Label as 'threaded pipe sleeve' clearly; mislabeling as elbow can trigger audits