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Copper Vacuum Vessel Evacuation Valve

A small copper valve used during manufacturing to evacuate air from vacuum flasks, creating the insulating vacuum. It is a specialized part of a vacuum vessel other than the glass inner, classified under tariff item 9617.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%—7.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%—7.5%
🇺🇸United States7.5%—7.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%—7.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%—7.5%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8481.80.00Lower: Free vs 7.5%

If the valve is a general-purpose tap or valve

Valves for pipes and similar appliances are classified in Chapter 84.

7419.80.10Lower: Free vs 7.5%

If the valve is a general copper article

Other copper articles may fall under Chapter 74.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the valve is declared as a part of a vacuum vessel, not as a general copper fitting

• Provide technical drawings showing its specific function in vacuum vessel manufacturing

• Check if the valve requires any safety certifications for pressure applications

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