Lead-Free Brass Nipple 3/8 Inch for Potable Water
A 3/8 inch threaded lead-free brass nipple compliant with NSF/ANSI 372, made from a low-lead copper-zinc alloy for potable water plumbing systems. It is ideal for under-sink connections and fixtures. This product is classified under tariff item 7412.20.00 as a tube or pipe fitting of copper alloys.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fitting is made of refined copper rather than a copper alloy
Refined copper fittings are classified under 7412.10.00, while 7412.20.00 covers copper alloy fittings.
If the fitting is made of plastic rather than metal
Plastic fittings for pipes are classified under heading 39.26 as other articles of plastics.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product meets Canadian potable water standards, such as NSF/ANSI 61 or CSA B483.1, and be ready to provide certification to CBSA
• Declare the lead content accurately, as lead-free status may affect classification or regulatory requirements
• Keep supplier documentation for the alloy composition to support the tariff classification
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