Low-Pressure Copper Check Valve from Japan
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 — 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
• 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