Dip Tube for Cold Water Storage Heaters from Japan
Plastic or copper dip tube directing incoming cold water to tank bottom in storage water heaters. Under HTS 8419.90.10.00 as it promotes thermal layering for efficiency in non-electric units. Prevents mixing with hot water above.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) 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
• Certify material (NSF-61 approved plastic) for potable water compliance
• Supply tank cutaway diagrams illustrating dip tube positioning
• Avoid pipe classification by documenting pre-formed bend angles