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