Copper Pressure-Reducing Plug Valve from Japan
Hand-operated copper plug valve incorporating pressure reduction for systems over 850 kPa input, used in water tanks and vats. HTS 8481.80.10.75 covers it as a high-pressure copper plug appliance despite secondary reducing function.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document primary plug function over reducing to avoid Chapter 90 misclass
• Certify max inlet pressure exceeds 850 kPa with test data
• Use detailed invoices specifying 'plug type' to prevent ball valve errors