Rigid PE Pressure Pipe SDR11
Rigid PE pressure pipe SDR11 is a thick-walled rigid pipe made from polyethylene, an ethylene polymer, used for municipal water pressure lines. It is a rigid tube of plastics under heading 39.17, and its ethylene polymer content (95% or more) qualifies it for tariff item 3917.21.00. The pipe is not excluded by Chapter 39 notes as it is not a machine or vehicle part.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pipe is reinforced or combined with other materials (e.g., metal or textile)
Reinforced or otherwise combined tubes of plastics are classified in a different subheading.
If the pipe is made of cast iron rather than plastics
Cast iron pipes are classified in Chapter 73.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pipe meets CSA B137.1 or similar standards for water pressure applications
• Provide material certificates confirming PE composition and SDR rating to CBSA
• Declare the pipe's diameter and pressure rating to support classification as a rigid pipe
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