Cast Iron Lift Check Valve

Cast iron lift check valve with a piston-like disc that lifts vertically to allow flow and drops to seal against backflow, ideal for horizontal or vertical installations in plumbing systems. It falls under HTS 8481.30.20.10 due to its iron construction and nonreturn design for pipes and tanks.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8481.30.20Same rate: 40%

If alloy iron construction

Alloyed iron variants may shift to different statistical suffixes within iron check valves.

8413.91.90Lower: 35% vs 40%

If specifically for pumps

Valves integral to pump assemblies classify under pump parts by end-use.

9031.80.80Lower: 35% vs 40%

If with integrated measuring devices

Valves combining shutoff with flow measurement functions move to measuring appliances.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include hydrostatic test reports showing pressure ratings to substantiate use in pipe systems

Label products clearly as 'check valves of iron' to match HTS description and avoid reclassification

Be cautious of imported sets with gaskets; declare as complete valve or risk parts classification