7412.20.00.65 - Nipples

This HTS category, 7412.20.00.65, specifically covers "Nipples" made from copper alloys that are designed for use as tube or pipe fittings. These items are threaded components used to connect two pipes or tubes, or to connect a pipe to a piece of equipment. The defining characteristic for inclusion in this subcategory is the threaded nature of the fitting, facilitating a secure mechanical connection.

Within the broader classification of "Other" copper alloy tube or pipe fittings, this specific heading distinguishes itself from its sibling, 7412.20.00.85, which is designated for "Other" fittings at this level. While 7412.20.00.65 precisely identifies threaded nipples, the sibling category would encompass other non-threaded or differently characterized fittings of copper alloys not otherwise specified. Therefore, the presence of threading for connection is the primary differentiator.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories branching from this specific classification. The classification ends with the explicit identification of threaded nipples made from copper alloys. Classification relies on verifying that the article is indeed a fitting for copper tubes or pipes, is manufactured from a copper alloy, and possesses threads for its intended connection purpose.