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Reconditioned US Steel Shipping Drums from China

Heavy-duty steel drums originally produced in the United States, previously imported with chemicals, duty paid, and now reimported empty after domestic cleaning. Qualifies under HTS 9803.00.50 as foreign-imported substantial containers with prior duty payment. Designed for hazardous materials transport with UN certification.

Duty Rate — China → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Retain prior entry documents showing duty payment; ensure drums meet UN/DOT specifications; provide cleaning certificates to verify empty/compliant condition