Latex Rubber Tubing
Natural latex vulcanized rubber tubing used in medical, laboratory, and aquarium applications. This unreinforced tubing without fittings falls 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 other materials
Reinforced tubes are classified under a different subheading.
If the tubing has fittings and is reinforced
Tubes with both fittings and reinforcement are classified separately.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the latex rubber is vulcanized and not compounded with additives beyond those permitted in chapter 40 notes
• Ensure the tubing has no fittings or reinforcement to qualify for this tariff item
• Maintain records of the rubber's origin and composition for CBSA inspection
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