Brass Ball Valve for Water Lines
Hand-operated quarter-turn brass ball valve used to control water flow in residential plumbing, with a maximum pressure of 600 kPa. Classified in HTS 8481.80.1050 due to its copper alloy construction, hand operation, and low-pressure design for household pipes and tanks. It provides reliable shut-off without requiring high pressure.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If automatically controlled
Automatic or self-operating copper valves over 105 kPa classify in 8481.80.30, excluding hand-operated appliances.
If made of iron or steel
Identical low-pressure hand-operated valves in steel shift to 8481.80.90, changing material-based heading.
If sold as part of pipe fittings set
When bundled with pipes as a plumbing set for retail, it may classify under Chapter 73 tube fittings instead of separate valves.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct material analysis to confirm copper alloy status; non-copper alloys may reclassify
• Include NSF/ANSI 61 certification for potable water use to meet US import health standards
• Document hand-operation mechanism to distinguish from automatic valves in 8481.80.30
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