Close Brass Nipple 3/4 Inch Galvanized from Canada
Short-length (close) threaded brass nipples of copper-zinc alloy, 3/4 inch size, often with light galvanization for corrosion resistance in plumbing applications. Used to couple pipes with minimal extension in residential water lines. Falls under HTS 7412.20.0025 as threaded brass nipples.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
53%
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
• Include galvanization specs in documentation; excessive zinc coating may trigger reclassification debates
• Label as plumbing fittings, not electrical, to prevent shift to Chapter 85 conduit classifications
• Batch import with country-of-melt certificates to confirm brass alloy compliance under subheading notes