API 6D Steel Check Valve

Heavy-duty steel check valve compliant with API 6D standards for oil and gas pipeline service, featuring full bore design. HTS 8481.30.20.90 for steel nonreturn valves in high-pressure tank and pipe applications. Designed for severe service conditions.

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.

8431.49Lower: 10% vs 40%

If specialized for oilfield drilling rigs

Parts of oil/gas drilling machinery classify under Chapter 84.

8481.80.90Lower: 37% vs 40%

If imported as trim kit/repair parts

Valve repair components fall under parts provisions.

7304.39.00Lower: 35% vs 40%

If considered welded steel pipe rather than valve

Dimensional analysis may shift long valves to pipe classifications.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include API 6D certification and material traceability certificates mandatory for oil/gas imports

Specify NACE MR0175 compliance for sour service to meet industry standards

Valve tags must match invoice descriptions exactly for customs matching

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