Alloy Steel Butt-Welding Spectacle Blind 450mm ID from Japan
Spectacle blind (figure-8) fitting of non-stainless alloy steel for butt-welding, 450mm ID, used to isolate pipe sections in refineries. Switches between blind and spacer. Under 7307.93.90.60 for large butt-weld alloy fittings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
54.3%
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
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Classify as single fitting, not pair, unless sold as inseparable set
• Hydrotest certificates validate pressure integrity
• Ensure no integral gaskets, as those may classify as composites