Brass-Plated Steel Needle Valve 1/4 Inch

Precision hand-operated steel needle valve with brass plating for fine flow control in instrumentation lines and tanks. HTS 8481.80.3090 applies as other hand-operated steel appliance for pipes. Used in gas and liquid metering applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.6%+35.0%40.6%
🇲🇽Mexico5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇨🇦Canada5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇩🇪Germany5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇯🇵Japan5.6%+10.0%15.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

8481.80.30Same rate: 40.6%

If specifically a check valve

Check valves have dedicated subheading within hand-operated steel.

8481.80.90Lower: 37% vs 40.6%

If predominantly brass despite plating

Material primacy determines metal classification if steel is not principal.

9031.80.80Lower: 35% vs 40.6%

If for laboratory precision use

Measuring/regulating appliances in Chapter 90 if primary function is measurement.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare plating thickness and base steel alloy to confirm steel classification over brass

Include flow coefficient (Cv) data for customs verification of valve specifications