Thermal Relief Valve for Hot Water Heaters from China
Valve that relieves pressure buildup from thermal expansion in hot water storage tanks, preventing tank rupture. Classified in HTS 8481.40.00.00 as a safety relief valve for water heating systems and pressure vessels.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.5%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Require ANSI Z21.22 certification for water heaters; provide temperature/pressure ratings; avoid classifying with water heaters under 8419 to prevent higher duties