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ARTICLES OF IRON OR STEEL›Other tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (for example, open seam or welded, riveted or similarly closed), of iron or steel
Of other non-circular cross-section
Classification of other welded tubes - CN 730669
CN code 730669 covers other welded steel tubes with cross-sections other than circular, square and rectangular, not under 730661 or earlier subheadings. These are special-shaped welded profiles - oval, triangular, hexagonal, trapezoidal and other closed sections. Used where specific cross-section shapes are required - automotive, furniture, advertising and architectural applications. Produced from carbon or low-alloy steel per EN 10219 or customer specifications. Classification under 730669 is residual.
Import requirements for tubes CN 730669
Importing under CN 730669 follows Union Customs Code. Structural tubes under CPR with CE marking. Documents: commercial invoice with technical description (cross-section shape, dimensions, steel grade, standard), material certificate EN 10204, transport documents, certificate of origin. From 1 January 2026, CBAM may apply. Special profiles are often custom-manufactured.
Trade measures for welded tubes CN 730669
Tubes under 730669 subject to safeguard TRQ with 25% additional duty. AD possible from China, India, Turkey. Imports from Russia/Belarus sanctioned. Special-shaped profiles are a niche low-volume segment. Total costs: MFN, AD, safeguard, CBAM, VAT. TARIC for rates.
Importing other welded tubes, non-circular into the EU - procedure
The import procedure for other welded tubes, non-circular (CN code 7306 69) into the European Union requires filing a customs declaration in the national import system. Essential documents include a commercial invoice, transport document, certificate of origin (for preferential tariff rates) and quality certificates confirming compliance with EN standards. Steel articles may be subject to EU safeguard measures and anti-dumping duties depending on the country of origin. The standard duty rate ranges from 0% to 3.7% depending on the specific TARIC subheading. Import VAT is charged on the.
Frequently asked questions
What tubes are classified under CN 730669?
Special-shaped welded profiles - oval, triangular, hexagonal, trapezoidal and other non-standard closed sections. Residual subheading. Used in automotive, furniture, advertising and architecture. Classification requires ruling out circular and rectangular subheadings.
What standards apply to special-shaped profiles?
Closed sections under EN 10219 (cold-formed) or customer specifications. Material certificate EN 10204 mandatory. CE marking required for structural applications under CPR.
Are special profiles (CN 730669) subject to CBAM?
From 1 January 2026, CBAM enters full operation. Welded profiles under Chapter 73 may be subject to CBAM. Verify scope for 730669 and comply if covered.
What documents are needed to import other welded tubes, non-circular (CN 7306 69)?
To import goods under CN code 7306 69, the following documents are required: commercial invoice, transport document (CMR/B/L), certificate of origin (EUR.1 or invoice declaration for preferences), quality or mill certificate, and a customs.
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