Rigid Polystyrene Vent Pipe
Rigid high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) pipe used for HVAC ventilation ducts. This pipe is classified under tariff item 3917.29.00 as a rigid pipe of other plastics, as polystyrene is not specifically named in the subheadings of heading 39.17 and does not meet the 95% monomer criteria for named polymers.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
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If the pipe has attached fittings
Pipes with fittings are classified under a separate subheading for tubes, pipes and hoses with fittings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pipe is not classified as a building material under heading 39.25, which covers structural elements
• Verify that the pipe is not printed with decorative motifs that would classify it under Chapter 49
• Provide clear documentation on the polymer composition to support classification
Related Products under Tariff item 3917.29.00
Rigid ABS Drain Pipe
Rigid ABS drainage pipe manufactured from acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymer, used for wastewater and DWV systems in residential plumbing. Classified under tariff item 3917.29.00 as a rigid pipe of other plastics, since ABS is a copolymer where no single monomer unit contributes 95% or more by weight, and it is not specifically named in other subheadings of heading 39.17.
Rigid Acrylic Pressure Pipe
Clear rigid acrylic pressure pipe made from polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), used for high-pressure fluid transfer in laboratory settings. This pipe falls under tariff item 3917.29.00 as a rigid pipe of other plastics, as PMMA is not specifically named in other subheadings of heading 39.17 and does not meet the 95% monomer criteria for named polymers.
Rigid Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene Drainage Pipe
Rigid ABS drainage pipe manufactured from acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymer, used for wastewater drainage in residential plumbing. This pipe is classified under tariff item 3917.29.00 as a rigid pipe of other plastics, as ABS is a copolymer where no single monomer unit contributes 95% or more by weight, and it is not specifically named in other subheadings of heading 39.17.
Rigid CPVC Hot Water Pipe
Rigid chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) pipe designed for hot water plumbing systems. This pipe is classified under tariff item 3917.29.00 as a rigid pipe of other plastics, as CPVC is a chemically modified PVC and is not specifically named in the subheadings for vinyl chloride polymers.
Rigid ECTFE Chemical Pipe
Rigid ethylene chlorotrifluoroethylene (ECTFE) copolymer pipe used for handling aggressive chemicals in industrial processing. This pipe falls under tariff item 3917.29.00 as a rigid pipe of other plastics, since ECTFE is a fluoropolymer not specifically named in other subheadings of heading 39.17.
Rigid Nylon Irrigation Pipe
Rigid polyamide (nylon) irrigation pipe used in agricultural water distribution systems. This pipe is classified under tariff item 3917.29.00 as a rigid pipe of other plastics, as polyamides are not specifically named in the subheadings of heading 39.17 and the polymer does not meet the 95% monomer criteria for named polymers.