Brass Gate Valve 3/4 Inch Copper Alloy Hand Operated from Germany
Hand-operated gate valve constructed from copper-based brass alloy, using a rising stem and handwheel to regulate flow in full-open or full-closed positions for water lines. Falls under HTS 8481.80.10 as a hand-operated appliance of copper for pipes and tanks. Commonly used in irrigation and HVAC systems.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide alloy certification showing copper content exceeds 60% to qualify under copper provisions
• Ensure NSF/ANSI 61 certification for drinking water contact; declare on commercial invoice
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as stainless steel—copper-specific gravity aids identification