Copper High-Pressure Ball Valve from Japan
A hand-operated ball valve made of copper, designed for pressures over 850 kPa, used in water supply systems and industrial piping. It falls under HTS 8481.80.10.95 as a hand-operated copper valve with high pressure rating, distinct from lower pressure or automatic types. The quarter-turn mechanism allows precise flow control in demanding applications.
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
• Verify pressure rating certification exceeds 850 kPa to qualify under this subheading; test reports may be required by CBP
• Ensure copper alloy composition meets 'of copper' criteria (over 50% copper) with material test certificates
• Avoid misclassification as plumbing fixtures by emphasizing industrial pipe use, not household installation