High-Pressure Copper Lubricated Plug Valve from China
Hand-operated lubricated plug valve of copper for pressures exceeding 850 kPa, featuring pressure-assisted sealing for oil and gas pipelines. Classified in HTS 8481.80.10.75 due to its copper construction, plug turning mechanism, and high-pressure hand-operation.
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
• Provide lubrication system details and pressure test reports to substantiate high-pressure rating
• Label as 'plug type' clearly on invoice to prevent reclassification as gate or globe valves
• Comply with API 6D standards documentation for oil/gas applications to ease customs clearance