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HS Code 8481.30 : Check (nonreturn) valves

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for check (nonreturn) valves is 8481.30. Under the 2026 Malaysia (JKDM / Customs), the representative MFN general duty rate is 12.5% [Royal Malaysian Customs (JKDM)].

Chapter

Ch 84

Heading

8481

Subheading

8481.30

MY MFN Duty

12.5%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 84

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

Heading 8481

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

Subheading .30

.30

Check (nonreturn) valves

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Malaysia (Royal Malaysian Customs / JKDM 2026)

8481.30.00.00

Malaysia MFN Import Duty

12.5%

Verified July 2026 · JKDM Source

MODULE 5: MALAYSIA IMPORT DUTY & SST BREAKDOWN

Import Duty Rate

12.5%

WTO MFN Applied

Sales & Service Tax (SST)

10.00 %

CIF + Duty Base

De Minimis Threshold

MYR 500

Courier Parcel Limit

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: MY Trade Remedies & Safeguards

Royal Malaysian Customs (JKDM) Anti-Dumping / Trade Defence

Standard 2026 Malaysia Customs Tariff Schedule (JKDM)

Steel & Commodity Safeguards

Exempt (Non-Steel Commodity)

Regulatory Compliance Status

Standard Statutory Clearance

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
MFN	WCO Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) Status	Standard MFN Rate	Applies to all WTO member states for Check (nonreturn) valves.
FTA	MY Preferential & Regional Trade Agreements	Free / Concessional	Subject to official Certificate of Origin & Rules of Origin (RoO) requirements.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Check (nonreturn) valves

MODULE 11: Royal Malaysian Customs Ruling (JKDM)

Legally binding customs rulings issued by Royal Malaysian Customs Department for HS 8481.30.

Query official JKDM portal:

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Malaysia Declarable Tariff Lines (8481.30)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Malaysia (JKDM / Customs): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 12.5%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Royal Malaysian Customs (JKDM)).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
8481.10	Subheading under Heading 8481	HS 8481.10 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →
8481.20	Subheading under Heading 8481	HS 8481.20 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →
8481.40	Subheading under Heading 8481	HS 8481.40 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →
8481.80	Subheading under Heading 8481	HS 8481.80 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) ↗

Official Malaysian tariff schedule, import duty, and Sales & Service Tax (SST) rates.

JKDM Customs Ruling Portal ↗

Royal Malaysian Customs binding tariff classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Malaysia (JKDM) general duty for Check (nonreturn) valves?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and Malaysia (JKDM), Check (nonreturn) valves is classified under HS 8481.30 (Heading 8481, Chapter 84). The representative MY MFN general duty rate is 12.5%.

How is HS 8481.30 distinguished within 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)?

Heading 8481 covers 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. Subheading 8481.30 specifically isolates Check (nonreturn) valves. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8481.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8481.30?

Related subheadings under Heading 8481 include 8481.10, 8481.20, 8481.40, 8481.80, 8481.90. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Check (nonreturn) valves?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 8481.30 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Check (nonreturn) valves?

Commercial shipments of Check (nonreturn) valves with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 8481.30?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What tax applies to imports of HS 8481.30 in Malaysia?

Malaysia assesses a 10% Sales & Service Tax (SST) on imported merchandise, calculated on CIF value + statutory import duty.

What is Malaysia's de minimis threshold for low-value goods?

Malaysia's de minimis threshold for express courier parcel imports is MYR 500 total CIF value.

Which agency regulates customs declarations and rulings in Malaysia?

Customs declarations, import duty classification, and binding customs rulings are administered by the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM).

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