Cast Iron Manhole Cover

A heavy-duty circular cover made from nonmalleable cast iron used to seal sewer or utility access points on streets and sidewalks. It falls under HTS 7325.10.0080 as an other cast article of nonmalleable cast iron, not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the subheading. Designed for durability and resistance to heavy traffic loads.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 35%

If designed primarily as an article of iron or steel for general use

Manhole covers may shift to Chapter 73 other articles if not specifically cast for sewer use.

7307.19.30Higher: 40.6% vs 35%

If part of a complete cast iron pipe system

Integration into piping networks could classify it under tube or pipe fittings instead of standalone cast articles.

8431.49.90Same rate: 35%

If imported as parts of sewage machinery

End-use in machinery like pumps reclassifies under parts of filtering/purifying equipment.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Verify the iron is nonmalleable cast iron via material certification to avoid reclassification to malleable iron under 7325.99

โ€ข Ensure compliance with ASTM A48 standards for tensile strength and provide test reports for customs valuation