7305.19.10.60 - With an external diameter exceeding 609.6 mm
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 5.5% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 7305.19.10.60, encompasses large-diameter tubes and pipes made of iron or non-alloy steel, specifically those utilized for oil or gas pipelines. The defining characteristic for inclusion in this subheading is an external diameter exceeding 609.6 millimeters. These pipes are typically manufactured through processes like welding or riveting and are designed to transport hydrocarbons under significant pressure.
Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 7305.19.10.30, hinges entirely on the external diameter. While both fall under the broader classification of "Other tubes and pipes... of iron or steel," this specific subheading targets only those with dimensions *greater than* 609.6 mm. The sibling subheading covers pipes with external diameters between 406.4 mm and 609.6 mm, inclusive.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, classification within this code relies solely on meeting the specified criteria of being an oil or gas pipeline-type tube or pipe, made of iron or non-alloy steel, and having an external diameter exceeding 609.6 mm. Importers and exporters must ensure accurate measurement of the external diameter to correctly classify these substantial pipeline components.