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Forged Steel Plug Valve

Hand-operated cylindrical plug valve in forged steel for tight shutoff in corrosive environments. Falls under HTS 8481.80.30 as hand-wheel operated steel appliance for tanks and pipes. Common in chemical processing.

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%+10.0%15.6%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8481.80.90Lower: 39.5% vs 43.1%

If gear or actuator operated

Non-hand operated plug valves go to general other appliances.

8483.50.90Higher: 52.8% vs 43.1%

If functioning as flywheel mechanism

Rare cases where primary function shifts to gearing.

7326.90.86Lower: 40.4% vs 43.1%

If rough forgings not fully machined

Semi-finished steel articles exclude completed appliances.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include forging heat numbers for traceability in documentation

Lubrication port details required for proper valve function declaration

Avoid classifying as stainless if carbon steel with cladding