Nickel Socket Weld Union Fitting from Japan
A socket weld union fitting made of nickel for disconnectable joints in high-pressure nickel piping for desalination plants. Classified under HTS 7507.20.00.00 for nickel pipe fittings like unions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify weld preparation type (socket vs butt) in technical data sheets
• Obtain mill test reports showing no iron contamination >1%
• Consider drawback eligibility for re-exported fittings in assemblies