Butterfly Valve Ductile Iron from Japan
A rotary valve with a disc pivoting on a shaft for flow regulation in HVAC and water systems. Classified HTS 8481.80.90 for other tank/pipe appliances. Ductile iron body withstands high velocities.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify wafer vs. lug style to confirm classification scope
• Include torque requirements in specs to distinguish from manual-only valves
• Pre-validate with CBP rulings for large-diameter industrial models