Swagelok SS-43GF4 Ball Valve from Japan
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 — 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
• 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