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U.S. imports of iron & steel tanks, casks, drums, cans & boxes — other, under 50 liters (HS 731029) totaled $12.5M in April 2026, traded with 40 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataResidual plain, unfitted iron or steel containers under 50 liters that are not closed by soldering or crimping — including screw-top cans, open-head drums, and small casks — are classified here. Italy leads US imports under this heading, a reflection of that country's specialty in small-format stainless steel kegs and containers for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries; China and Germany are also significant sources. The US schedule separates stainless steel refillable kegs in the 11.4-to-26.6-liter range (7310290020 and 7310290030) from those under 50 liters generally (7310290055 and 7310290065), with a legacy catch-all line as well. Section 232 steel tariff exposure should be evaluated at the time of entry.
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The key distinction is closure method: 731021 covers cans specifically designed to be permanently closed by soldering or crimping, while 731029 captures all other plain, unfitted containers under 50 liters — including refillable kegs with threaded or mechanical closures. If the container is designed for repeated filling and emptying, it almost certainly falls under 731029.
Italy has a well-established manufacturing base for small-format stainless steel kegs and specialty containers used in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. Italian producers are known for precision fabrication to hygienic standards, which commands premium positioning in US import demand for this sub-50-liter stainless segment.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $386K | $14.9M | +$14.5M |
| CANADA | $134K | $4.0M | +$3.9M |
| ITALY | $3.2M | -- | -$3.2M |
| CHINA | $2.3M | $177K | -$2.2M |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $403K | $1.8M | +$1.4M |
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