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Copper Ball Valve 1/2 Inch Hand Operated from China

A hand-operated ball valve made entirely of copper, featuring a lever handle for quick quarter-turn operation to control water flow in plumbing systems. Classified under HTS 8481.80.10 due to its copper construction and hand-operated mechanism for pipes and tanks. Ideal for residential and light commercial potable water applications.

Duty Rate — China → United States

41.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify copper alloy composition meets ASTM B88 or B584 standards to avoid reclassification as other metals

Include material test certificates (MTC) in documentation for customs valuation and duty assessment

Label products clearly as 'lead-free' if for potable water to comply with Safe Drinking Water Act requirements