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Cast Iron Hand-Operated Globe Valve

Durable cast iron globe valve with hand wheel for throttling flow in steam and water lines. Classified in HTS 8481.80.30 as hand-operated iron appliance for pipes and boilers. Suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.6%+37.5%43.1%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.6%+10.0%15.6%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.6%+10.0%15.6%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8481.80.90Lower: 39.5% vs 43.1%

If thermostatically controlled

Thermostatic valves have separate provisions excluding hand-operated.

7325.99.10Higher: 75% vs 43.1%

If bulk castings not machined into functional valves

Unfinished iron castings classify as cast articles, not appliances.

8413Lower: 12.5% vs 43.1%

If integral to pump assemblies

Valves as parts of pumps fall under pump parts heading.

Not sure which classification is right?

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

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Cast iron certification required; distinguish from steel via spectrometry reports

β€’ Declare maximum allowable pressure (MAWP) for safety compliance