Valve Control Module for Smart Water Meters

Electronic actuator module that remotely controls shutoff valves in intelligent water supply meters for leak detection. Classified HTS 9028.90.00 as a part principally for liquid supply meters. Integrates with AMI networks for demand management.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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8481.80.90Higher: 37% vs 35%

If standalone valve actuators

General valves/pneumatic actuators classify in 8481, not meter parts.

8537.10.91Higher: 52.7% vs 35%

If programmable logic controllers

Control boards principally for Chapter 85 apparatus excluded by Chapter notes.

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FCC ID required for intentional radiators; ICES-003 for unintentional

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