Swagelok SS-43GF4 Globe Valve from Germany
A hand-operated globe valve made of copper alloy with a pressure rating exceeding 850 kPa, designed for precise flow control in high-pressure gas and liquid systems. It features a globe-shaped valve body that allows for throttling and shut-off capabilities, commonly used in semiconductor wafer processing equipment for crystal growers. Classified under HTS 8481.80.1070 due to its copper construction, hand operation, high pressure rating, and globe type design.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify pressure rating certification exceeds 850 kPa and material is copper alloy per ASTM standards to avoid reclassification
• Include test reports for leak-tightness and flow coefficients in documentation for customs valuation