HS Code 8481.20.00
Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions
Most Favoured Nation (MFN) Rate
Free
About HS Code 8481.20.00
HS code 8481.20.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item covering Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions. It falls under Chapter 84 — Machinery, mechanical appliances of the Canadian Customs Tariff, within heading 8481 and subheading 8481.20. This code is used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to determine customs duties, taxes, and regulatory compliance when you import into Canada.
The MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rate for 8481.20.00 is Free. This means no customs duty is charged regardless of the country of origin, though GST/HST and other applicable taxes still apply. 21 preferential trade agreements are available for this code, of which 21 offer duty-free access (for example: Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff, Least Developed Country Tariff, General Preferential Tariff, United States Tariff, Mexico Tariff).
Key trade agreement eligibility: CUSMA (USA, Mexico) duty-free · CETA (EU) duty-free · CPTPP (Asia-Pacific) duty-free.
Example Calculation for 8481.20.00
If you import CAD $10,000 worth of goods classified under HS code 8481.20.00 into Canada (without a preferential trade agreement), here is the approximate cost breakdown:
| Value for Duty (VFD) | $10,000 |
| MFN Duty (Free) | $0 |
| GST (5%) | $500 |
| Total Landed Cost (approx.) | $10,500 |
Illustrative example. Does not include surtaxes, SIMA, excise duties, freight, provincial HST/PST, or trade-agreement exemptions. Use our calculator for an exact figure.
Frequently Asked Questions about HS Code 8481.20.00
What is HS code 8481.20.00?
HS code 8481.20.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to classify imports of "Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions". It sits under Chapter 84 (Machinery, mechanical appliances) of the Canadian Customs Tariff.
What is the Canadian import duty rate for 8481.20.00?
Imports classified under HS code 8481.20.00 are duty-free at the MFN (Most Favoured Nation) rate. You still pay GST/HST and other applicable taxes. Use our calculator to see the full landed cost.
Can I import 8481.20.00 duty-free from the USA or Mexico under CUSMA?
Yes. HS code 8481.20.00 is duty-free under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) when the goods originate in the US or Mexico and you provide a valid certification of origin. GST/HST still applies on import.
Does CETA apply to HS code 8481.20.00?
Yes. Imports of HS code 8481.20.00 from the European Union enter Canada duty-free under the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with a valid origin declaration from the EU exporter.
What surtaxes or SIMA duties apply to HS code 8481.20.00?
Our calculator automatically checks retaliatory surtaxes (US steel & aluminum, Chinese EVs, etc.) and SIMA anti-dumping duties for 8481.20.00. Enter the country of origin in the calculator to see the complete list of duties that apply to your shipment.
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21 applicable trade agreements
| Code | Trade Agreement | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| CCoFTA | Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CEPT | Canada-EFTA Preferential Tariff | Free |
| CETA | Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement | Free |
| CHFTA | Canada-Honduras Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CIAT | Canada-Israel Agreement Tariff | Free |
| CJFTA | Canada-Jordan Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CKFTA | Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPaFTA | Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPFTA | Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CUKTCA | Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement | Free |
| CT | Chile Tariff | Free |
| CCCT | Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff | Free |
| CPTPP | Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership | Free |
| CRT | Costa Rica Tariff | Free |
| GPT | General Preferential Tariff | Free |
| IT | Iceland Tariff | Free |
| LDCT | Least Developed Country Tariff | Free |
| MT | Mexico Tariff | Free |
| NZT | New Zealand Tariff | Free |
| UAT | Ukraine Tariff | Free |
| UST | United States Tariff | Free |
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Other codes under chapter 84
| HS Code | Description | MFN Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 8481.10.00 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Pressure-reducing valves | Free |
| 8481.10.00.40 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Pressure-reducing valves - Hydraulic-fluid power type except for gas-fired apparatus: - Pneumatic-fluid power type | Free |
| 8481.10.00.90 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Pressure-reducing valves - Other: - Other | Free |
| 8481.20.00.11 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions - Oleohydraulic valves, directional control: - Manual | Free |
| 8481.20.00.12 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions - Oleohydraulic valves, directional control: - Solenoid | Free |
| 8481.20.00.19 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions - Oleohydraulic valves, directional control: - Other | Free |
| 8481.20.00.20 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions - Oleohydraulic valves, flow control | Free |
| 8481.20.00.30 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions - Other oleohydraulic valves | Free |
| 8481.20.00.41 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions - Pneumatic valves, directional control: - Solenoid | Free |
| 8481.20.00.49 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions - Pneumatic valves, directional control: - Other | Free |
| 8481.20.00.50 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions - Other pneumatic valves | Free |
| 8481.30.00 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Check (nonreturn) valves | Free |
| 8481.30.00.11 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Check (nonreturn) valves - Hand operated or hand activated (excluding multiple gear, pulley or chain valves and connective couplings equipped with valves): - Of iron | Free |
| 8481.30.00.12 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Check (nonreturn) valves - Hand operated or hand activated (excluding multiple gear, pulley or chain valves and connective couplings equipped with valves): - Of steel | Free |
| 8481.30.00.19 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Check (nonreturn) valves - Hand operated or hand activated (excluding multiple gear, pulley or chain valves and connective couplings equipped with valves): - Other | Free |
| 8481.30.00.90 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Check (nonreturn) valves - Other | Free |
| 8481.40.00 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Safety or relief valves | Free |
| 8481.40.00.10 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Safety or relief valves - Blow-out preventers, for oil or natural gas wells | Free |
| 8481.40.00.91 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Safety or relief valves - Other: - Hand operated or hand activated (excluding multiple gear, pulley or chain valves and connective couplings equipped with valves) | Free |
| 8481.40.00.92 | Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves. - Safety or relief valves - Other: - Other, hydraulically controlled | Free |