Butyl Rubber Vacuum Tubing
Vulcanized butyl rubber tubing designed for vacuum systems and gas containment, featuring low gas permeability. This unreinforced tubing without fittings is classifiable under tariff item 4009.11.00 as a tube of vulcanized rubber not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials.
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
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 tubing is reinforced with textile or metal
Reinforced tubes are classified under a different subheading.
If the tubing has fittings attached
Tubes with fittings are classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the tubing is not reinforced or combined with other materials, as this affects classification
• Provide CBSA with technical specifications confirming the butyl rubber is vulcanized
• Ensure no fittings are attached at the time of import to maintain the 'without fittings' classification
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