Rigid ABS Pipe Nipples from Japan
Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) copolymer rigid pipe nipples under 200 mm, for drain-waste-vent (DWV) systems in plumbing. Classified in 3917.29.00.50 as rigid tubes of other plastics where no single monomer predominates >95%, per Chapter 39 note (a)(4).
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
• Document copolymer composition showing no monomer >95% to justify 'other plastics' over specific polymer headings
• Ensure straight tubular form; threaded ends alone don't make it a 'fitting' under US notes