55-Gallon Steel Drum from Germany
A standard 55-gallon open-top steel drum used for shipping industrial liquids like oils and chemicals. It falls under HTS 7310.10.0090 as an iron or steel container with capacity over 50 liters but not exceeding 300 liters, without mechanical or thermal equipment. These drums are unlined or simply coated for corrosion resistance.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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 UN/DOT certification markings for hazardous material transport compliance
• Provide material safety data sheets (MSDS) for contents during customs clearance
• Avoid misclassification as 7310.29 for capacities under 50L to prevent duty adjustments