Stainless Steel Ball Valve 1/2 Inch from China
A hand-operated ball-type valve made of iron or steel, featuring a spherical ball mechanism to control flow in piping systems. Classified under HTS 8481.80.3025 due to its hand-operated design, iron/steel construction, and ball-type configuration for general industrial use. Commonly used in water, gas, and low-pressure applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.1%
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 material certification to confirm iron/steel composition and avoid reclassification to copper alloys
• Include detailed technical specs like pressure rating and port size in documentation for customs valuation
• Ensure CE or ASME marking if for pressure applications to prevent holds on safety grounds