Bronze Equivalent Copper Plug Valve 2-inch from Japan
2-inch hand-operated plug valve of copper alloy (bronze equivalent) rated over 850 kPa for hydraulic systems in heavy machinery. Classified under HTS 8481.80.10.75 for its copper base metal, plug design, and high-pressure hand operation.
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
• Provide chemical analysis confirming copper >97% for alloy classification
• Include flow coefficient (Cv) data to prove industrial appliance status
• Watch for set imports with pipes; may classify as assembled system