Brass-Lined Steel Globe Valve 3/4 Inch from Germany
A steel globe valve with brass lining for corrosion resistance, hand-operated for flow regulation in chemical processing pipes and vats. Classified in HTS 8481.80.30.60 as primarily steel construction globe type, hand-operated appliance.
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
• Document steel as principal material; linings under 50% don't change steel classification
• Ensure hand wheel operation is specified to avoid power-operated categorization
• Test for leak-tightness per API standards to preempt customs inspection issues