malleable Iron Pipe Nipple from Japan
Short threaded nipple fitting from malleable iron, connecting close pipe sections in gas lines. Though malleable, falls in 7307.99.50.45 as other iron fittings if not socket type. Durable for low-pressure service.
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
• Malleable iron chemical specs (high ductility) must be documented
• Length <6" typical; longer may resemble tubes under 7306
• Galvanized nipples common; coating declaration separate