Brass Compression Elbow Fitting from Japan
A 90-degree elbow fitting made from copper-zinc base alloy (brass) designed for compression connections in plumbing systems. It connects copper tubing in water supply lines and is used in residential and commercial installations. Classified under HTS 7412.20.0045 as a copper alloy tube fitting of brass, other than specific excluded types.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify alloy composition meets copper-zinc base alloy definition (zinc predominant, nickel <5%, tin <3%) with mill test certificates
• Ensure fittings are not lead-free if intended for potable water; comply with NSF/ANSI 61 standards and declare accordingly
• Provide detailed technical specs and end-use documentation to avoid misclassification as copper-nickel alloys