Cast Iron Foot Valve from Japan
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.
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
• 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