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C69430 Silicon Bronze Tube

Condenser tube of C69430 silicon bronze, copper-silicon alloy classified under 'other' copper alloys in HTS 7411.29.50.00. Meets bronze definition indirectly through chapter notes; used in marine cooling systems.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+75.0%78%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+50.0%53%
🇨🇦Canada3%+50.0%53%
🇩🇪Germany3%+50.0%53%
🇯🇵Japan3%+50.0%53%

Alternative Classifications

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

7411.10.10Lower: 76.5% vs 78%

If silicon content too low to qualify as alloy

Near-pure copper with trace elements may fall under refined copper tubes.

7419Lower: 12.5% vs 78%

If in cast rather than wrought form

Cast copper alloy tubes are classified separately from wrought/drawn tubes.

8479.89.65Lower: 22.5% vs 78%

If part of machinery condenser assembly

Parts of machinery take functional classification over material composition.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide UNS designation and heat analysis; silicon bronzes often need special customs review

• Ensure tubes meet ASTM B96 specs for proper Schedule B/HTS matching

• Avoid declaring as 'copper tube' generically; specify alloy to prevent duty evasion claims