Heading 8481

Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves; parts thereof

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Heading 8481 covers taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats and the like, including pressure-reducing and thermostatically controlled valves, plus parts. The heading is split first by valve function: pressure-reducing valves, valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions, check valves, safety or relief valves, and other appliances. Parts are classified in 8481.90.

Products in this heading

Brass ball valves
Gate valves
Check (nonreturn) valves
Safety or relief valves
Pressure-reducing valves
Solenoid valves
Bath and shower faucets
Valve bodies and other valve parts

How to choose the right subheading

Decide whether the item is a complete valve or a part; parts go in 8481.90.
Identify the valve function: pressure-reducing, oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmission, check, safety or relief, or other appliance.
For other hand operated valves, check the material and whether the pressure rating is under 850 kPa or 850 kPa and over.
For other non-hand-operated appliances, check the actuator type, such as solenoid, electrical or electro-hydraulic, hydraulic, pneumatic, or thermostatic.
For parts, check the material and whether the part is for hand operated or check appliances or for other valves.

Often confused with

Liquid pumps
They move liquids; they are not flow-control valves.
Heading 8413
Spray guns and similar spraying appliances
They project or disperse liquids or powders rather than control flow in a pipe.
Heading 8424
Gaskets and mechanical seals
They seal joints; they are not valves or valve parts.
Heading 8484
Ball or roller bearings
They support rotating shafts; they do not control fluid flow.
Heading 8482

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for a brass ball valve?

A hand operated copper ball valve with a pressure rating of 850 kPa or over is 8481.80.10.85, general (MFN) 4%.

What is the duty on steel check valves?

Steel check (nonreturn) valves are 8481.30.20.90 at 5% general (MFN).

How do I classify a solenoid valve?

A solenoid valve for other appliances is 8481.80.90.05 at 2% general (MFN). A solenoid directional control valve for hydraulic fluid power is 8481.20.00.20 at 2% general (MFN).

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.