Forged API Reg Tool Joint from Germany
A forged tool joint with API Regular thread configuration, designed for connecting drill pipe sections in oil and gas drilling operations. It falls under HTS 8431.43.8020 as a part for boring or sinking machinery of subheading 8430.41 or 8430.49, specifically tool joints for oil and gas field machinery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) 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 API specification compliance (e.g
• API 5DP) with certification documents to avoid reclassification
• Include material test reports (MTRs) showing alloy steel composition for Customs valuation and origin claims