Cartridge Filter Housing for Process Water from Mexico
Stainless steel housing that holds replaceable cartridge filters to remove fine particulates from industrial process water. Classified in HTS 8421.29.00 as other apparatus for purifying liquids through mechanical filtration. Commonly used in food/beverage and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.12, 9903.82.17 and 9903.85.68, derivative aluminum and steel articles with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (f) 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
• Include micron rating and material compatibility certifications; ensure FDA compliance for food/pharma applications; check for pressure vessel certifications to avoid safety equipment reclassification