Polyester Fire Hose with Plastic Lining
Polyester fire hose with an internal plastic liner, designed for high-pressure fire-fighting applications. The textile jacket provides strength and flexibility, while the plastic lining ensures waterproofing, making it a textile hosepiping product with plastic accessories.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 12% | — | 12% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 12% | — | 12% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 12% | — | 12% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 12% | — | 12% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 12% | — | 12% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hose is not specifically designed or certified for fire-fighting use.
The tariff item 5909.00.90 covers other textile hosepiping and similar tubing, which may apply if the fire hose designation is not substantiated.
If the plastic lining is so thick that the textile fabric is completely embedded or covered, making it a plastic product.
Chapter 39 covers plastic tubes and hoses, and Chapter Note 2(3) of Chapter 59 excludes products where the textile is entirely embedded in plastics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the hose is clearly identified as fire hose with supporting documentation, such as technical specifications or end-use certificates
• Verify that the plastic lining does not cause the product to be classified under Chapter 39, as per Chapter Note 2 of Chapter 59
• Declare the hose's diameter and length accurately for customs valuation