Hydraulic Needle Flow Control Valve

Needle valves provide fine adjustment of hydraulic flow through tapered needle mechanisms. As flow control type for oleohydraulic transmissions, classified in HTS 8481.20.00.40 for precision machinery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2%+35.0%37%
🇲🇽Mexico2%+10.0%12%
🇨🇦Canada2%+10.0%12%
🇩🇪Germany2%+10.0%12%
🇯🇵Japan2%+10.0%12%

Alternative Classifications

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

8481.80.30Higher: 40.6% vs 37%

If process control applications

Industrial process valves have separate provisions from transmission valves.

8481.90.90Lower: 35% vs 37%

If stainless steel construction for corrosive environments

Material-specific parts classification for certain valve components.

9026.10.60Lower: 17.5% vs 37%

If includes integrated flow measuring instruments

Instrument-equipped valves classify in Chapter 90 per legal notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Calibrate and certify adjustment range (typically 0.01-1 GPM) for verification

Use protective caps on adjustment ports during shipping to prevent contamination

Distinguish from shutoff valves by documenting graduated flow adjustment capability

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