Brass Ball Valve for Water Lines from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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