Oil Country Tubular Goods — China — C-570-944

“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 exact product scope is defined in the official trade measure and may depend on characteristics such as dimensions, steel grade, connection type, finish, and intended use—not just the product’s commercial name or tariff classification.

An AD/CVD measure combines antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) rules. AD addresses imports that are considered sold at less than normal value, while CVD addresses government subsidies benefiting foreign producers or exporters. These measures typically affect importers of covered merchandise from specified countries. An importer may need to pay additional duties, provide accurate entry information, and account for possible cash-deposit and later assessment obligations. The official scope, country coverage, exclusions, and current instructions must be checked carefully; an HTS number alone does not determine whether a product is covered.

What to check

• Compare the product’s technical specifications with the official scope language, including steel grade, dimensions, processing, connections, and intended use.
• Confirm the country of origin and identify the producer and exporter; AD/CVD treatment can vary by country and company.
• Use the listed HTS classification as a screening tool, not as proof of coverage, and verify whether any scope exclusion applies.
• Check current customs instructions for cash-deposit requirements, entry documentation, and how duties may be assessed later.
• Ask a customs broker or trade counsel to review close cases, scope questions, and product-specific classification before importing.