Steel, stainless; seamless, drill pipe, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas

HS v2022 Code: 730422

About steel, stainless; seamless, drill pipe, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas

HS code 730422 covers stainless steel seamless drill pipes used in the oil and gas industry. These specialized pipes play a crucial role in the exploration and extraction of fossil fuels, which are essential commodities for the global economy. The demand for these pipes is closely tied to the health and activity levels of the oil and gas sector, making this industry an important barometer of economic conditions.

Production process

The production of stainless steel seamless drill pipes involves a multi-step process. First, high-quality stainless steel billets are heated and then pierced to create a hollow tube. The tube is then repeatedly rolled and drawn to achieve the desired diameter, wall thickness, and length. Finally, the pipes undergo various finishing processes, such as heat treatment and threading, to meet the stringent specifications required for use in oil and gas drilling operations.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of HS code 730422 products include high-grade stainless steel, specialized rolling and drawing equipment, and advanced manufacturing techniques. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating the complex machinery and ensuring the pipes meet rigorous quality standards.

Production outputs

The primary output of this industry is stainless steel seamless drill pipes, which are used in 851110 oil and gas extraction operations. These pipes are designed to withstand the extreme pressures and temperatures encountered during drilling and are essential for the safe and efficient extraction of oil and natural gas. The outputs of this industry may also be consumed by 731210 Tubes, pipes and hollow profiles, of iron or steel, 730410 (Tubes, pipes and hollow profiles, seamless, of iron (other than cast iron) or steel), and other related industries.

Revisions to 730422

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 730422. The most recent 1 version of this code (730422) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 730422.

Family tree for steel, stainless; seamless, drill pipe, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/73'>73: Iron or steel articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7304'>7304: Tubes, pipes and hollow profiles, seamless, of iron (other than cast iron) or steel</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730422'>730422: Steel, stainless; seamless, drill pipe, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730411'>730411: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron); seamless, line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, of stainless steel</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730419'>730419: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron or stainless steel); seamless, line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730423'>730423: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron or stainless steel); seamless, drill pipe, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730424'>730424: Steel, stainless; seamless, casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730429'>730429: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron or stainless steel); seamless, casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730431'>730431: Iron or non-alloy steel (excluding cast iron); seamless, cold-drawn or cold-rolled, tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of circular cross-section</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730439'>730439: Iron or non-alloy steel (excluding cast iron); seamless, (excluding cold-drawn or cold-rolled), tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of circular cross-section</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730441'>730441: Steel, stainless; cold-drawn or cold-rolled (cold-reduced), tubes and pipes of circular cross-section</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730449'>730449: Steel, stainless; (excluding cold-drawn or cold-rolled), tubes pipes and hollow profiles of circular cross-section</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730451'>730451: Steel, alloy (not stainless steel); seamless, cold-drawn or cold-rolled (cold-reduced), tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of circular cross-section</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730459'>730459: Steel, alloy (not stainless steel); (excluding cold-drawn or cold-rolled), tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of circular cross-section</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/730490'>730490: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron); seamless, tubes, pipes and hollow profiles, seamless, n.e.c. in heading no. 7304</a>"]

    

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