As-Forged 24-Inch Carbon Steel Reducing Coupling from Japan
A forged nonalloy steel coupling for connecting pipes of differing sizes via butt-welding, with minimum inside diameter of 360 mm. Supplied rough from the forge without any tooling, machining, or surface processing, fitting HTS 7307.93.9010 criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.3%
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
• Use ultrasonic testing reports to prove no internal machining; rough surfaces are key to this classification
• Avoid packaging with lubricants or coatings, as they may imply post-forging treatment
• For high-volume imports, pre-apply for binding ruling on 'processing' definition to prevent port disputes