Aquatrol Copper Globe Shut-Off Valve from China

Hand-operated Aquatrol globe valve in copper, pressure rated over 850 kPa, used for isolating flow in wafer lapping and polishing equipment in semiconductor fabs. The globe configuration minimizes leakage in high-purity processes. Classified in 8481.80.1070 for its material, operation, pressure, and type.

Duty Rate — China → United States

39%

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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Include hydrostatic test certificates proving 850 kPa+ rating during customs exam

Specify 'for pipe/tank use' not machinery parts to stay in 8481 vs 8481.90