Automotive-Grade Steel Braid Rubber Hose
A vulcanized rubber hose reinforced with a steel braid, designed for automotive coolant lines. It is supplied without fittings, so it falls under tariff item 4009.21.00 as a tube reinforced only with metal.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hose is imported with fittings attached (e.g., joints or flanges).
This sibling tariff item covers metal-reinforced rubber tubes with fittings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the hose is not fitted with any metal or rubber connectors at import; if fittings are attached, it may be reclassified
• Keep supplier documentation showing the hose is reinforced solely with metal to support the tariff classification
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