CLA-2-73:RR:NC:1:117 C88684
Mr. Donald W. Scott
13782 Del Norte Street
Fontana, CA 92336
RE: The tariff classification of stainless steel pipe nipples from Taiwan.
Dear Mr. Scott:
In your letter dated June 3, 1998, you requested a tariff classification
ruling.
The products to be imported are stainless steel pipe nipples measuring less
than 12 inches in length. The nipples are threaded on both ends and may be made
from either seamless or welded pipe.
The applicable subheading for the stainless steel pipe nipples will be
7307.29.0030, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which
provides for tube or pipe fittings (for example, couplings, elbows, sleeves), of
iron or steel, other, of stainless steel, other, nipples. The rate of duty will
be 5.2 percent ad valorem.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs
Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
You are concerned as to whether these pipe nipples are covered by any
antidumping orders. Customs does not issue binding rulings on antidumping
matters. The Department of Commerce issues scope rulings. However, we can
provide you with some information regarding your concerns. Pipe nipples which
measure 12 inches or less in length are classified as pipe fittings under HTS
heading 7307. Stainless steel pipe nipples classified under HTS subheading
7307.29.0030 from Taiwan are not presently covered by any antidumping orders.
Pipe nipples which measure over 12 inches in length are classified as pipe.
Welded pipe nipples measuring over 12 inches in length are classified as pipe
under HTS heading 7306. Antidumping case A-583-815 covers certain welded
stainless steel pipe from Taiwan. Attached is information on the scope of the
order for this case.
A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be
provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is
imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National
Import Specialist Paula Ilardi at 212-466-5476.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director,
National Commodity
Specialist Division