Nickel Silver Brake Tee for Heavy Trucks 8704
A corrosion-resistant nickel silver (copper-nickel-zinc) tee fitting for brake hose branch lines in trucks under heading 8704. It contains at least 5% nickel by weight, meeting the subheading note for nickel silvers, and offers enhanced durability for fleet operations. As a copper alloy tube or pipe fitting, it falls under tariff item 7412.20.00.
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 imported as part of a complete brake hose assembly for trucks
Complete assemblies may be classified as parts of vehicles rather than as separate fittings.
If the fitting is made of refined copper rather than a copper alloy
Fittings of refined copper are classified under a different subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the nickel content is at least 5% by weight to qualify as a copper-nickel-zinc base alloy
• Ensure the truck is classified under heading 8704 for accurate documentation
• Provide alloy composition certificates to CBSA to support the classification
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