Pilot-Operated Pneumatic Directional Valve from China

Valve using air pilot signals to shift between flow directions in pneumatic circuits for machinery control. It qualifies for HTS 8481.20.0080 as 'other' valves for pneumatic transmissions in industrial applications.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37%

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
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]

Import Tips

Submit manifold compatibility diagrams to prove transmission system integration

Declare actuation method (pilot vs direct) clearly to prevent reclassification

Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain Asian-sourced pneumatic valves