VHT 43 Low Fuming Phos-Copper Brazing Rod from Mexico
Phosphorus-bearing low fuming brass rod (1/16 inch) for fluxless brazing of copper pipes in plumbing. Classified HTS 7407.21.50.00 for its copper-zinc base with low fume properties despite phos-copper designation. Essential for potable water system installations.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
52.2%
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
• NSF/ANSI 61 certification docs required for plumbing rods touching potable water
• Distinguish phos content (<3% tin equivalent) to maintain brass classification
• Bundle sizes must be declared accurately; exceedance risks profile reclass