55-Gallon Steel Drum from China
A standard 55-gallon open-top steel drum used for storing and transporting industrial liquids like chemicals and oils. It falls under HTS 7310.10.00 due to its 208-liter capacity made of welded steel sheet, exceeding 50 liters but under 300 liters, without mechanical equipment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify exact capacity measurement in liters for correct subheading; over 300L shifts to 7310.29
• Ensure UN/DOT certification markings for hazardous material transport compliance
• Provide material test certificates confirming carbon steel construction without linings if unlined