Iron Plug Valve for Oil Lines from Germany
Hand-operated cylindrical plug valve of cast iron for tight shut-off in oil pipelines and storage tanks. HTS 8481.80.3040 covers this as other hand-operated iron appliance. Lubricated plug for corrosion resistance.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify API 6D compliance for oil/gas applications to justify valuation
• Provide torque test data showing hand-operation capability
• Avoid oil residue contamination to prevent hazmat declarations