Cast Iron Foot Valve

Hand-installable cast iron foot valve with strainer for well pumps and tank suction lines. Under HTS 8481.80.3040 as other hand-operated iron valve appliance. Prevents sediment entry while allowing flow.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.6%+35.0%40.6%
🇲🇽Mexico5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇨🇦Canada5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇩🇪Germany5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇯🇵Japan5.6%+10.0%15.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8413.70.20Lower: 35% vs 40.6%

If as integral pump strainers

Combined pump foot valves classify with centrifugal pumps.

7326.90.86Lower: 37.9% vs 40.6%

If screen only, no valve mechanism

Strainers without valves are other iron articles.

8481.80.50Lower: 38% vs 40.6%

If thermostatic control feature

Temperature-controlled valves excluded to separate provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Detail strainer mesh size in specs to distinguish from plain check valves

Rust-proof coating declaration affects country of origin melt rules

Screen for lead content under Safe Drinking Water Act requirements