Pilot-Operated Pressure Reducing Valve from China
A sophisticated pilot-operated valve system that uses a smaller pilot valve to control a main valve for precise high-flow pressure reduction in water distribution lines. Falls under HTS 8481.10.0090 as other pressure-reducing valves for pipes and tanks. Ideal for municipal and commercial applications requiring stable outlet pressure.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide engineering drawings showing pilot mechanism to justify classification
• Ensure ASME certification for high-pressure models
• Common issue: undervaluing as residential model under different stats