X-Ray Pipeline Crawler System from China
Robotic crawler equipped with X-ray source and detector for internal inspection of oil and gas pipelines to identify corrosion and cracks. Falls under HTS 9022.19.00.00 for non-medical X-ray apparatus used in industrial infrastructure maintenance. Designed for remote operation in hazardous environments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include operator manuals and safety interlock certifications to demonstrate industrial end-use and avoid medical classification
• Verify compliance with DOT transportation regulations for radioactive sources if applicable during import