Iron or steel (excluding cast iron or stainless steel); seamless, drill pipe, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas

HS v2022 Code: 730423

About iron or steel (excluding cast iron or stainless steel); seamless, drill pipe, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas

HS code 730423 covers seamless steel drill pipes used in the oil and gas industry. These specialized pipes are essential components in the exploration and extraction of fossil fuels, playing a crucial role in the global energy supply chain. As the world's demand for energy continues to grow, the importance of this industry segment has become increasingly significant, contributing to economic development and energy security worldwide.

Production process

The production of seamless steel drill pipes involves a complex manufacturing process. It typically begins with the selection of high-quality steel billets, which are then heated and pierced to create a hollow tube. The tube is then subjected to a series of rolling and drawing operations to achieve the desired dimensions and wall thickness. Finally, the pipes undergo heat treatment and finishing processes to ensure they meet the stringent quality and safety standards required for use in the oil and gas industry.

Production inputs

The production of HS code 730423 drill pipes relies on several key inputs, including high-grade steel, specialized machinery, and advanced manufacturing techniques. Steel is the primary raw material, with specific grades and compositions selected to withstand the extreme conditions encountered in oil and gas drilling operations. Additionally, the manufacturing process requires specialized equipment such as rolling mills, drawing machines, and heat treatment furnaces to ensure the pipes meet the necessary strength, durability, and dimensional requirements.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 730423 is seamless steel drill pipes used in the exploration and extraction of oil and gas. These pipes are essential components in the 730422 (Iron or steel (excluding cast iron or stainless steel); drill pipe, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas) industry, as they are used in the construction of drilling rigs and the drilling of wells. The drill pipes produced under this code may also be used in other 730410 Tubes and pipes, of iron or steel; line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines and 730429 (Iron or steel (excluding cast iron or stainless steel); casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas) applications within the broader oil and gas industry.

Revisions to 730423

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 730423. The most recent 1 version of this code (730423) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 730423.

Family tree for iron or steel (excluding cast iron or stainless steel); 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/v2022/730423'>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 --> 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/v2022/730422'>730422: Steel, stainless; 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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