7306.40.50.42 - Containing less than 15 percent by weight of chromium 🖩
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 | 11% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 7306.40.50.42, specifically covers welded tubes, pipes, and hollow profiles of iron or steel that are of circular cross-section, made of stainless steel, cold-drawn or cold-rolled (cold-reduced), and contain less than 15 percent by weight of chromium. These articles are distinguished by their manufacturing process (welded, then cold-reduced) and their specific chromium content, which places them outside of higher chromium stainless steel categories.
The key distinguishing factor for this subcategory is the chromium content being below 15 percent by weight. This criterion is crucial for accurate classification, as higher chromium content in stainless steel can lead to different metallurgical properties and subsequent tariff treatments. These tubes and pipes are typically used in applications where moderate corrosion resistance is required, but the stringent demands of higher chromium stainless steels are not necessary.
As this is a leaf node in the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification rests on accurately identifying the material as iron or steel, confirming the welded and circular cross-section, verifying the cold-drawn or cold-rolled (cold-reduced) process, and critically, ensuring the chromium content is less than 15 percent by weight. Examples could include certain types of conduit, decorative tubing, or components in less corrosive industrial environments.