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Steel Thermostatic Valve Actuator for Wafer Slicer Cooling from Japan

Hand-operated steel actuator housing for thermostatically controlled valves regulating coolant temperature in wafer slicing saws. Even though thermostat-controlled, parts of hand-operated appliances fall under HTS 8481.90.3000 when steel. Maintains precise kerf temperatures.

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

Distinguish from full thermostat in Ch.90; provide thermal cycle test data; common misclass as complete valve