Threaded Steel Reducing Sleeve Coupler from Germany
Steel sleeve coupling that reduces from 1.5-inch to 1-inch NPT threads for transitioning pipe sizes. Still classified under HTS 7307.92.30 as a threaded sleeve despite reduction function. Used in HVAC and drainage systems.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
50%
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
• Distinguish from true reducers (7307.99); pure sleeve shape keeps it here
• Include thread gauge reports for customs verification
• Avoid 'reducer' terminology in docs to prevent misclassification