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Handwheel Iron Needle Valve

Precision handwheel-operated needle valve of iron for fine flow control in instrumentation lines to boilers. Classifies in HTS 8481.80.3040 as other hand-operated iron valves. Small orifice for metering applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.6%+37.5%43.1%
🇲🇽Mexico5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇨🇦Canada5.6%+60.0%65.6%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8481.80.10Lower: 41.5% vs 43.1%

If of copper alloys

Needle valves of brass/copper shift to dedicated non-iron headings.

9026.10.60.00Lower: 20% vs 43.1%

If for laboratory instrument use

Lab-grade instruments including valves fall under Chapter 90.

8481.80.90Lower: 39.5% vs 43.1%

If aluminum body construction

Light metal valves exclude from iron/steel categories.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include micrometer scale calibration certs for accurate description

• Classify based on predominant iron content, not trim materials

• Package individually to avoid set classification with fittings