Copper Ball Valve 1/2 Inch Hand Operated from Japan
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 — 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 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