Copper Y-Strainer Valve from Japan
Hand-operated copper Y-type strainer valve with blowdown rated over 850 kPa for pipeline filtration. Falls under HTS 8481.80.10.95 as other high-pressure copper hand appliances combining valve and strainer functions. Stainless screen protects downstream equipment.
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
• Emphasize primary valve function over straining in descriptions for correct appliance classification
• Pressure vessel certification may be needed alongside tariff docs for high-pressure claims
• Cleanliness specs for screens prevent contamination-related entry refusals