Low-Pressure Copper Check Valve from Germany
Hand-installable copper swing check valve preventing backflow in irrigation pipes at pressures below 850 kPa. Though primarily automatic, hand-operation for maintenance qualifies it under HTS 8481.80.1050 as a copper appliance for tanks and low-pressure systems. Essential for residential drip systems.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish from pure automatic checks; document any hand priming mechanism
• Provide backflow prevention certifications for municipal approvals
• Avoid bulk import without country-of-melt documentation for copper