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Carbon Block Filter End Caps

Precision-machined plastic caps sealing carbon block cartridges in water filtration housings. Essential retention components for water purification, HTS 8421.99.0140.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3923.50.00.00Higher: 42.8% vs 37.5%

If generic plastic caps without filter sealing features

Plastic stoppers/lids without specific machinery function classify by material.

8421.99.01Same rate: 37.5%

If end caps for industrial oil filters

Non-water filtration parts use general machinery provisions.

4009.42.00Lower: 22.5% vs 37.5%

If rubber gasket components imported separately

Rubber tubes/profiles classify in Chapter 40.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify thread patterns (e.g

• 9-3/4" standard) and O-ring gland dimensions

• Include filter scoring data showing carbon block retention function