Asbestos Valve Stem Packing from Japan
Pre-formed asbestos rings for packing valve stems in chemical plants. HTS 6812.99.90.00 applies to these fabricated articles of asbestos mixtures. Resists corrosive fluids and high pressures.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide pressure rating and chemical compatibility certificates
• Declare as 'parts of valves' only if imported with specific machinery to avoid reclassification
• Use double-bagging to contain potential fiber dust during customs inspection