Extruded Magnesium Anode Rod for Water Heaters from Germany
Cylindrical extruded magnesium anode rod installed in domestic water heaters to prevent tank corrosion through electrolytic protection. Typically 3/4-inch diameter with steel core for mounting. HTS 8543.30.90.40 covers these as functional magnesium anodes for electrolysis.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify anode weight and dimensions in commercial invoice; test for core wire compatibility
• Pitfall: confusing with zinc anodes (8543.30.9045)
• Include galvanic corrosion test data if requested by CBP