Pneumatic Actuator Valve Diaphragm

A reinforced rubber diaphragm for pneumatic control valves that flexes to position the valve plug under air pressure. Used in process industries for throttling flow in pipelines, classified as a part under HTS 8481.90.90.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4016.99.60Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If sold as universal industrial rubber diaphragms

Non-specific rubber articles for machinery classify under Chapter 40, not valve parts.

8481.90.10.00Lower: 20.5% vs 35%

If hand-operated valve parts from specific base metals

Narrower subheadings apply if the diaphragm qualifies under hand valve components.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If integral to semiconductor gas control systems

Parts of semiconductor processing machines get special Chapter 84 classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include pressure/temperature ratings and compatibility specs to prove it's not general rubber sheeting

β€’ Test for material durometer and reinforcement type; mismatches lead to Chapter 40 rubber goods classification

β€’ Bundle with OEM part numbers from valve manufacturers like Fisher or Masoneilan for easier CBP review

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