Cast Iron Gate Valve from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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