Brass Gate Valve Stem of Copper Alloy from Japan
A replaceable copper alloy stem for hand-operated brass gate valves used in boiler shells and pressure vessels. Essential operating part classified under HTS 8481.90.10.00 for copper parts of hand-operated appliances.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit engineering specs confirming compatibility only with hand gate valves
• Use NAICS codes for plumbing manufacturing to aid valuation and classification
• Watch for undervaluation penalties on high-copper content parts