Brass Diaphragm Pressure Reducing Valve from Canada
A brass-constructed diaphragm-type valve designed to automatically reduce high inlet water pressure to a lower outlet pressure for residential plumbing systems. It falls under HTS 8481.10.0090 as a pressure-reducing valve not specified elsewhere in the subheading, used for pipes and tanks in non-industrial applications. The diaphragm mechanism responds to downstream pressure changes to maintain steady output.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify valve pressure ratings and material composition for accurate HTS classification; obtain manufacturer's test certificates for pressure performance
• Ensure compliance with NSF/ANSI 61 standards for potable water use to avoid customs holds
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as a simple tap under 8481.80