Brass Diaphragm Pressure Reducing Valve from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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