Aluminum Valve Body Casting
Rough cast aluminum body for industrial control valves, with ports and mounting flanges unmachined. Falls under HTS 7616.99.51.60 for castings of aluminum not covered by specific machinery headings.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | 2.5% | +35.0% | 37.5% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | 2.5% | +10.0% | 12.5% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | 2.5% | +10.0% | 12.5% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | 2.5% | +10.0% | 12.5% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | 2.5% | +10.0% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If machined and suitable for valve function without further work
Finished valve castings functioning as valves classify in 8481 for taps, cocks, and valves.
If produced as an extruded profile rather than cast
Extruded aluminum articles have separate headings in 7616 based on production method.
If alloy composition mimics steel but is aluminum
Material composition drives classification; pure aluminum stays in Chapter 76.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Provide photos and specs confirming 'rough casting' status to avoid 8481 classification
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