Forged Steel Pipe Coupling from Japan
A simple forged coupling of nonalloy steel designed to join two pipes end-to-end in straight-line connections. Classified under HTS 7307.99.10.00 as it is a rough forging of iron or nonalloy steel without any machining, tooling, or further processing. Commonly used in construction and agricultural irrigation systems.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.7%
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
• Ensure no internal threading or surface finishing, as these constitute processing under chapter notes
• Provide evidence of nonalloy steel content to distinguish from alloy fittings in 7307.99.30
• Avoid common pitfalls like oil coatings, which may be seen as processing and reclassify the item