Reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, of a capacity exceeding 300 liters, whether or not lined or heat insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment
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Heading 7309 covers large iron or steel reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers with capacity exceeding 300 liters. It does not cover compressed or liquefied gas containers, and the containers must not be fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment. The heading splits into 7309.00.00.30 for tanks and 7309.00.00.90 for other similar containers.
Products in this heading
- Large welded steel water storage tank
- Large steel fuel oil storage tank
- Steel chemical storage vat
- Steel fermentation tank
- Steel mixing vat
- Steel holding tank for liquids
- Large steel reservoir for bulk material
How to choose the right subheading
- Confirm the container capacity exceeds 300 liters.
- Confirm the container is made of iron or steel.
- Confirm it is not for compressed or liquefied gas.
- Confirm no mechanical or thermal equipment is fitted; lining or heat insulation alone is allowed.
- Choose 7309.00.00.30 for tanks and 7309.00.00.90 for vats, reservoirs and other similar containers.
Often confused with
- Heading 7310Small steel drums or barrels of 300 liters or less
Containers with capacity not exceeding 300 liters go to heading 7310.
- Heading 7311Compressed or liquefied gas cylinders
Gas containers are specifically excluded from heading 7309.
- Heading 7308Steel towers, bridge sections, or other structures
Structural articles are not containers for materials.
- Heading 7306Large steel pipes or tube sections
Pipes and tubes are separate from tanks and vats.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for a large steel water tank?
A steel water tank with capacity exceeding 300 liters and no fitted mechanical or thermal equipment is classified under 7309.00.00.30, with a general (MFN) rate of Free.
What is the duty on a large steel chemical vat?
A large steel chemical vat over 300 liters is classified under 7309.00.00.90, and its general (MFN) rate is Free.
How do I classify a steel storage tank over 300 liters?
Classify it in heading 7309; tanks go under 7309.00.00.30 and other similar containers go under 7309.00.00.90, both at a general (MFN) rate of Free.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.