Ductile Iron Mechanical Joint Tee from Germany
A tee fitting with mechanical joint ends cast from ductile iron, used for branching water mains in municipal infrastructure. HTS 7307.19.30 applies to these cast ductile fittings engineered for gasket-sealed, high-pressure connections. Provides elongation and impact resistance essential for underground applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
55.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document mechanical joint dimensions per AWWA C111 to confirm standard utility fitting status
• Avoid classifying as 'parts of valves'—specify standalone pipe fitting use in invoices
• Require foundry test bars for ductility verification during customs examination