ABS Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Tubing
Tubing made from acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) copolymer, unreinforced and without fittings, used for automotive and appliance fluid lines. The polymer is classified by its predominant monomer units per the chapter notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tubing is made of a polymer listed in the sibling item, such as polypropylene or polyvinyl chloride
The sibling item covers specific polymers, while 3917.32.90 covers all other unreinforced plastic tubes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the ABS tubing is not reinforced or combined with other materials and has no fittings attached
• Declare the polymer composition accurately, as ABS copolymers are classified by predominant monomer units
• Keep supplier documentation showing the resin composition to support classification
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