Brass Threaded Elbow Fitting 1/2 Inch from Germany
A 90-degree elbow pipe fitting made from copper-zinc base alloy (brass) with NPT threading on both ends, used for connecting copper pipes in plumbing systems. It falls under HTS 7412.20.0035 as a threaded copper alloy fitting, specifically brass, other than those for refrigeration equipment. Commonly used in residential water supply lines.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Verify alloy composition meets copper-zinc base alloy definition (zinc predominant, nickel <5%, tin <3%) with mill test certificates
• Ensure threading matches US standards (NPT) to comply with plumbing codes; include CAD drawings for customs