Stainless Steel Braid Reinforced PTFE Food Grade Hose
A polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) hose braided with stainless steel, designed for sanitary food and beverage transfer. The stainless steel braid provides pressure resistance and protection, while the PTFE offers chemical inertness and temperature resistance, classifying it under tariff item 3917.39.90.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hose is supplied with tri-clamp or other sanitary fittings
Hoses with fittings are classified under this subheading.
If the hose is a dedicated part of a food processing machine
Parts of food processing machinery are classified under Chapter 84.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the hose is declared as a metal-reinforced plastic hose, not as a food processing machine part
• Provide documentation showing the PTFE is food-grade and meets Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) standards
• Confirm that the hose is not fitted with sanitary couplings, which would change the classification
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