Thermoplastic High-Pressure Water Jet Hose
A thermoplastic elastomer hose for high-pressure water jetting equipment in cleaning and surface preparation, with burst pressure exceeding 27.6 MPa. It is a flexible plastic hose meeting the minimum burst pressure, so it falls under tariff item 3917.31.00.
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 hose is a part of a water jetting machine
Machines for cleaning with a liquid jet are classified in Chapter 84.
If the burst pressure is below 27.6 MPa
Other flexible plastic hoses not meeting the high-pressure threshold.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the burst pressure exceeding 27.6 MPa for CBSA
• If the hose is used with water jetting equipment, it may be a part of that machine under Chapter 84
• Verify that the thermoplastic elastomer is a plastic, not a rubber, to stay in Chapter 39
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