Oil Country Tubular Goods — Israel — C-508-601

“Oil Country Tubular Goods” (OCTG) generally refers to certain steel tubular products used in oil and gas drilling and production, such as casing, tubing, and related products. The product scope is defined by technical characteristics, including dimensions, steel grade, processing, threading, and intended use—not just by the product’s trade name or HTS classification.

An AD/CVD measure combines antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) rules. AD addresses imports that are sold at less than normal value, while CVD addresses benefits that a foreign government may provide to producers or exporters. These measures commonly apply only to specified countries and covered products, so an importer must compare the merchandise and origin to the official scope. If covered, the importer may face additional cash-deposit requirements and later duty assessment, even when the ordinary tariff classification appears correct.

What to check

• Read the official product scope carefully, including exclusions, technical specifications, and country coverage.
• Confirm the product’s material, dimensions, grade, manufacturing steps, threading, and end use with the supplier and customs broker.
• Treat the HTS classification as a starting point only; it does not by itself determine whether the merchandise is within the AD/CVD scope.
• Verify the actual country of origin and whether production or substantial processing occurred in another country.
• Before entry, check the applicable official AD/CVD instructions and coordinate with a customs broker or trade counsel about cash deposits, documentation, and any needed scope ruling.