Nonmalleable Cast Iron Tee Pipe Fitting from Japan
A T-shaped cast iron fitting from nonmalleable iron allowing three pipes to connect, used in branch line plumbing. HTS 7307.11.00.60 covers this as an 'other' cast fitting not specified elsewhere. Essential for soil pipe systems in multi-story buildings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label fittings with ASTM A48 specification for gray cast iron to confirm nonmalleable properties during customs inspection
• Include hydrostatic test results showing compliance with ASME B16.4 standards for pressure-containing parts
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'ductile iron' which requires different classification and higher duties