Rigid PVC Pressure Pipe from Japan
Rigid tubes made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) polymers, designed for high-pressure water distribution systems. Classified under 3917.23.00.00 as rigid tubes, pipes of polymers of vinyl chloride, meeting the 95% monomer content requirement per subheading notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify PVC polymer composition exceeds 95% vinyl chloride monomer by weight per subheading note (a)(1) to avoid reclassification
• Provide material test certificates confirming rigid structure and no plasticizers beyond limits for 3920.43 if questioned