Titanium Alloy Seamless Pipe with Fittings from Germany
A seamless pipe made from titanium alloy (less than 99% titanium) with attached end fittings, designed for conducting gases or liquids in chemical processing plants. It falls under HTS 8108.90.60.75 as 'other' titanium articles, specifically tubes and pipes with fittings qualifying for free duty under special programs. The alloy composition and specialized fittings distinguish it from pure titanium products.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify titanium content is under 99% by weight with mill test certificates to confirm alloy status
• Include documentation proving attached fittings are integral for gas/liquid conduction to qualify for Free (C) rate
• Avoid misclassification as pure titanium (8108.20) by specifying alloy elements in commercial invoice