Fractional Distillation Tower for Petrochemicals from China
Tall cylindrical tower with multiple trays used in refineries to separate crude oil into fractions like gasoline and diesel via rectification. Classified under HTS 8419.40.00 for its core function of vapor condensing and liquid redistillation in large-scale industrial plants.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide detailed process flow diagrams showing rectification stages to support classification
• Declare pressure ratings and alloy compositions accurately for valuation and safety compliance
• Watch for partial shipments; incomplete towers may classify as parts under 8419.90