Brass Compression Fittings from Japan
Brass compression fittings are used to connect copper tubing in plumbing systems for water supply lines. They consist of a brass body, nut, and ferrule, meeting the definition of copper-zinc base alloys (brasses) as zinc predominates over other elements. Classified under 7419.80.5010 as brass plumbing goods not elsewhere specified.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
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 brass alloy composition meets subheading note (a) with zinc predominant and nickel <5%, providing mill test certificates
• Label products clearly as 'brass plumbing fittings' to avoid misclassification into cast fittings under 7418