Cast Iron Water Meter Box
A nonmalleable cast iron enclosure designed to house and protect residential water meters from environmental elements. It features a hinged lid and mounting base for secure underground installation. Classified under HTS 7325.10.0035 as a meter box made of nonmalleable cast iron.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made of cast steel instead of iron
Cast steel meter boxes fall under other cast articles of iron or steel, not specifically nonmalleable cast iron.
If constructed from welded steel plates rather than cast
Fabricated from pipe fittings or welded structures shifts to Chapter 73 tube/pipe headings.
If imported as part of a complete water meter assembly
When supplied with the metering device, it may classify as a part of water meters under Chapter 84.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the casting is nonmalleable iron via material certification to avoid reclassification to malleable iron codes
• Include engineering drawings showing meter housing function for Customs valuation and classification support
• Check local utility standards for lid dimensions and locking mechanisms to prevent import rejection
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