7306.29.10.90 - Other 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 20% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 7306.29.10.90, covers "Other" threaded or coupled casing made of iron or nonalloy steel, specifically for use in drilling for oil or gas. This designation applies to casing where the threading or coupling mechanism is not the primary distinguishing feature for classification at this level, or when it falls outside the more specific sibling categories. The crucial aspect is that these are finished articles of iron or steel, designed as hollow profiles and intended for the rigorous demands of oil and gas extraction operations.
Unlike the sibling category 7306.29.10.30, which specifically denotes casing that is "Imported with coupling," this "Other" category encompasses threaded or coupled casing that may be imported without the coupling attached, or where the coupling mechanism is integrated in a manner not explicitly defined by the sibling. The defining characteristic remains its intended use as casing in oil and gas drilling, with the threading or coupling serving as the method of connection.
As a leaf node within the HTS structure, this category has no further subcategories. Classification under 7306.29.10.90 therefore signifies that the product meets the criteria of being iron or nonalloy steel casing, designed for oil and gas drilling, and possessing threaded or coupled connections, but does not fit into any more granular, specifically defined classifications. The final determination hinges on the precise construction of the threads or couplings and how they are presented at the time of import.