Cast Iron Manhole Cover from China
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 7325.10.00 as a cast article of nonmalleable cast iron, not specifically provided for elsewhere in Chapter 73. The robust design ensures durability under vehicular traffic.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the iron is nonmalleable cast iron via metallurgical certification to avoid reclassification as steel castings
• Include load-bearing capacity documentation matching ASTM A48 standards for municipal approvals
• Check for anti-corrosion coatings, as they may trigger additional chemical treatment declarations