Ductile Iron Flanged Reducer from Japan
A reducer fitting with flanged ends made from ductile (nodular) iron, connecting pipes of different diameters in water distribution. HTS 7307.99.50.45 covers this as other iron pipe fittings. Enhances flow transition in municipal systems.
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 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; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ductile iron qualifies as nonalloy if no alloying beyond carbon/silicon; provide foundry certs
• Flange dimensions must match standards (ANSI/ASME) for customs valuation
• Don't overlook anti-corrosion coating declarations affecting treatment