8481.80 - Other appliances:
Sub-classifications
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8481 8010
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8481 8030
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8481 8050
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8481 8090
Overview
HTS code 8481.80, categorized under "Other appliances," encompasses a broad range of taps, cocks, valves, and similar devices not specifically enumerated in preceding subheadings of 8481. This includes a diverse array of flow control and regulation equipment used in various industrial, commercial, and domestic applications, provided they are not pressure-reducing (8481.10), for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions (8481.20), check (nonreturn) valves (8481.30), or safety/relief valves (8481.40). This residual category is crucial for ensuring that all applicable valve-type mechanisms find their correct place within the tariff schedule.
The primary distinction of 8481.80 from its sibling categories lies in its residual nature. While siblings like pressure-reducing valves or check valves are defined by a specific primary function, 8481.80 serves as a catch-all for other valve appliances. For instance, a standard water faucet for a sink, a valve designed for a process piping system that doesn't fit the specific definitions of the preceding subheadings, or a simple shut-off valve for a tank would likely fall under this classification if their primary purpose isn't solely pressure reduction, pneumatic transmission control, non-return function, or safety relief.
Within 8481.80, further subdivision typically occurs to distinguish between manually operated devices and others. The "Hand operated" designation captures common applications such as household faucets and simple manual shut-off valves. The "Other" subcategory then serves to classify appliances that are operated by other means, such as solenoid-actuated valves, electrically controlled valves, or valves operated by actuators other than direct manual manipulation. This differentiation is critical for accurately identifying the specific type and intended use of the appliance.