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 CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina2.5%+35.0%37.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8481.80.90Lower: 37% vs 37.5%

If machined and suitable for valve function without further work

Finished valve castings functioning as valves classify in 8481 for taps, cocks, and valves.

7616.10Lower: 16% vs 37.5%

If produced as an extruded profile rather than cast

Extruded aluminum articles have separate headings in 7616 based on production method.

7304.39.00Lower: 35% vs 37.5%

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

โ€ข Provide photos and specs confirming 'rough casting' status to avoid 8481 classification

โ€ข Test reports for pressure ratings help in end-use verification during customs exam