Swagelok SS-43GF4 Ball Valve from Germany
A 1/4 inch stainless steel two-ferrule ball valve designed for high-pressure gas and liquid applications, hand-operated with a pressure rating exceeding 850 kPa. Classified under HTS 8481.80.10.85 as a hand-operated copper alloy ball type valve for pipes and tanks. Its ball mechanism and copper construction distinguish it from gate or globe valves.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify pressure rating certification exceeds 850 kPa with manufacturer specs; US Customs requires documentation for high-pressure claims
• Include material analysis confirming copper alloy composition to avoid reclassification to stainless steel headings