Brass Bathroom Faucet

A single-handle lavatory faucet made from copper-zinc base alloy (brass), featuring a polished chrome finish for bathroom sinks. Classified under HTS 7418.20.10.00 as sanitary ware of brass due to its function in household plumbing fixtures for water control and hygiene. Meets subheading note (a) for brass alloys where zinc predominates over other elements.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+35.0%38%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

7418.20Same rate: 38%

If made of copper-nickel base alloys

Shifts to other copper alloys if nickel predominates over other elements excluding zinc >1% per subheading note (d).

8481.80.90Lower: 37% vs 38%

If imported as industrial plumbing valve without household finish

Classified as machinery parts if primarily for commercial use rather than retail household sanitary ware.

7419Lower: 10% vs 38%

If sold as replacement part without mounting hardware

Loose faucet components may fall under other copper articles if not assembled as complete sanitary fixture.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify alloy composition meets brass definition (zinc > other elements, Ni <5%, Sn <3%) with mill certificates; ensure NSF/ANSI 61 certification for potable water contact; declare as finished sanitary ware, not parts, to avoid reclassification

Related Products under HTS 7418.20.10.00

Brass Shower Valve

A thermostatic mixing valve body constructed from brass (copper-zinc alloy) for controlling shower water temperature and flow in residential bathrooms. Falls under HTS 7418.20.10.00 as a part of brass sanitary ware essential for household hygiene fixtures. Alloy qualifies under subheading note (a) with zinc as predominant element.

Brass Bidet Faucet

Wall-mounted brass faucet designed for bidet fixtures, made from copper-zinc base alloy with ceramic cartridge for precise water control. HTS 7418.20.10.00 covers this as brass sanitary ware for personal hygiene in household settings. Brass per note (a): zinc > other elements, low Ni/Sn.

Brass Lavatory Supply Stop

Quarter-turn shut-off valve of brass for under-sink water supply lines in bathrooms, copper-zinc alloy construction. Classified HTS 7418.20.10.00 as part of household copper sanitary ware. Meets brass definition in subheading note (a).

Brass Bathtub Drain Assembly

Pop-up drain strainer and trap made of brass (copper-zinc alloy) for bathtub waste outlets in residential bathrooms. HTS 7418.20.10.00 for brass sanitary ware parts facilitating household bathing hygiene. Alloy per note (a) criteria.

Brass Kitchen Sink Sprayer

Pull-out faucet sprayer head of brass for kitchen sinks, copper-zinc base alloy with rubber hose connection. Though kitchen, classifies under HTS 7418.20.10.00 as household copper sanitary ware part. Brass alloy compliant with subheading note (a).

Brass Urinal Valve

Flushometer valve body of brass for wall-hung urinals in public restrooms, but importable for household replacement. HTS 7418.20.10.00 covers copper-zinc sanitary ware parts. Meets brass composition per note (a).