Iron Dual Plate Check Valve from Germany
Compact dual-plate check valve constructed from ductile iron, using two spring-loaded plates that open with flow and snap shut to prevent backflow, suited for high-velocity applications in water lines. HTS 8481.30.20.10 applies as it's an iron nonreturn valve for pipes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain supplier affidavits verifying ductile iron composition to distinguish from steel equivalents
• Document intended use in non-corrosive fluid lines to support appliance classification