Iron Dual Plate Check Valve from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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