API 5DP Heavy Weight Drill Pipe with NC50 Tool Joints

Heavy weight drill pipe manufactured to API 5DP standards, featuring friction welded NC50 tool joints for enhanced durability in oil and gas drilling. This pipe is specifically designed for use with boring or sinking machinery of subheading 8430.41 or 8430.49, transmitting rotary motion and torque from the surface to the drill bit. It falls under HTS 8431.43.80.40 as drill pipe fitted with tool joints for oil and gas field 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 used with heading 8426 machinery like mining drills

Parts for mining boring machinery fall under other parts of 8431.49, not specifically oil/gas field drill pipe.

7304.29Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported as unfinished pipe without tool joints fitted

Casing, tubing, and drill pipe of iron/steel without tool joints are classified in Chapter 73 based on material and form.

8431.43Same rate: 35%

If classified as parts of 8430.41 rotary/percussion drills

Specific parts like bits or cutters for rotary drills go under 8431.43.10, distinguishing from assembled drill pipe.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify API 5DP/5L certification and provide mill test certificates (MTC) for customs clearance; ensure tool joint specifications match exactly to avoid reclassification; watch for anti-dumping duties on Chinese-origin pipe