Cast Iron Gate Valve from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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