Steam Boiler Expansion Joint
A bellows-type expansion joint absorbing thermal movement between boiler sections in high-pressure steam systems. It is a specific part for tariff item 8402.90.00 vapour generating boilers.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the joint is of stainless steel and not boiler-specific
Stainless steel pipe fittings are classified in heading 73.07.
If the joint includes gaskets
Gaskets and similar joints of metal sheeting are classified in heading 84.84.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the expansion joint as a boiler part, not as a general pipe fitting
• Provide technical data showing its pressure and temperature ratings for boiler use
• Ensure the joint meets Canadian standards for pressure equipment
Related Products under Tariff item 8402.90.00
Boiler Economizer Module
A boiler economizer module is a heat recovery module installed in boiler exhaust stacks to preheat feedwater using waste gases from steam generation. This performance-enhancing part of vapor boilers falls under tariff item 8402.90.00.
Boiler Expansion Joint
A boiler expansion joint is a flexible connection, typically bellows-type or refractory-lined slip, that accommodates thermal expansion and contraction between boiler pressure parts and structural steel during steam generation cycles. This product is a dedicated part of steam or other vapour generating boilers, falling under tariff item 8402.90.00 as a component of the boiler system.
Boiler Feedwater Pump Impeller
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Boiler Fire Tube Replacement
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Boiler Firetube Replacement
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