Sidetracking Whipstock

Directional drilling tool that anchors in the wellbore to deflect the drill bit for creating branch wells from existing boreholes in oil/gas fields. Falls under 8430.49.8020 as other oil/gas boring machinery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8431.49.90Same rate: 35%

If imported as components of larger directional systems

Individual directional components classified as parts under 8431.49.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify whipstock angle and packer type in import docs; ensure material certs for high-pressure environments; watch for reclassification if sold with milling tools as a set