Chrome-Plated Bathroom Supply Stop Valve from Japan
Hand-operated copper supply stop with chrome plating for lavatory faucets, rated below 850 kPa for residential use. Classified in HTS 8481.80.1040 due to its copper construction, quarter-turn operation, and role in isolating water supply to bathroom fixtures. Corrosion-resistant finish suits humid environments.
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
• Provide plating thickness specs and base copper certification; chrome finish doesn't change copper classification if principal material
• Ensure 'hand-operated' designation with handle photos; automatic versions go to different subheadings