Cast Iron Gate Valve

A hand-operated gate valve made of cast iron, used to control the flow of fluids in pipelines by raising or lowering a gate. It falls under HTS 8481.80.3040 as a hand-operated valve of iron, other than specific types like ball or globe valves. Designed for pipes, tanks, and boiler systems in industrial and plumbing applications.

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.

8481.80.90Lower: 37% vs 40.6%

If made predominantly of stainless steel

Stainless steel valves shift to 'other valves of steel' subheading based on material composition.

8481.80.10Lower: 39% vs 40.6%

If specifically a hand-operated ball valve

Ball valves have dedicated provisions separate from 'other' hand-operated iron valves.

8481.90.90Lower: 35% vs 40.6%

If imported as replacement parts only, not complete valves

Parts of valves are classified in 8481.90 rather than complete appliances.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify material composition via lab testing to confirm cast iron content over 50% for Chapter 84 classification

Include detailed technical specs and pressure ratings in commercial invoice to avoid misclassification as safety valves

Ensure CE marking or equivalent if destined for EU markets to meet pressure equipment directives