Clear PVC Tubing 1/4 Inch ID
Flexible, transparent tubing made solely from polyvinyl chloride (PVC), with a 1/4 inch inner diameter and 3/8 inch outer diameter, supplied in coils. It is unreinforced and without fittings, qualifying for tariff item 3917.32.90 as 'Other' tubes of plastics.
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 other than PVC, such as polyethylene
The sibling item 3917.32.10 covers polymers of headings 39.02, 39.04 (excluding PVC), and others.
If the tubing is reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials
Reinforced tubes are classified separately under heading 39.17.
If the tubing is imported with fittings attached
Fittings for tubes are classified under a separate subheading within heading 39.17.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the tubing under 3917.32.90 only if it is not reinforced and has no fittings attached
• Maintain records of the PVC resin type and dimensions to facilitate CBSA verification
• Consider whether the tubing is for a specific use, such as food contact, which may require additional documentation
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