Brass Condensate Drain Pans Connectors
Brass condensate drain pan connectors are adapters used to link HVAC condensate pans to drain piping. Made from corrosion-resistant brass alloy, these cast or forged connectors are not further worked, placing them under tariff item 7419.20.99 as other articles of copper.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3% | — | 3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the connectors are fittings for pipes or tubes
Pipe fittings of copper alloy are classified in heading 7412, which is more specific than other articles of copper.
If the connectors are for use in Canadian manufactures
This item applies to cast or forged copper articles for manufacturing use in Canada, potentially with a different duty rate.
If the connectors are anodes for electroplating
This sibling item covers only anodes for electroplating, not HVAC plumbing adapters.
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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
• Verify the connectors are cast or forged and not subsequently machined, as that could change the tariff classification
• Keep records of the brass alloy composition to confirm it meets the definition of a copper-zinc base alloy
• Consider whether the goods qualify for duty-free entry under a trade agreement
Related Products under Tariff item 7419.20.99
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Brass Escutcheon Plates for Pipes
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