Rigid PVC Short Pipe Segments
Rigid polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe segments measuring under 200 mm in length, used in plumbing and irrigation systems. Classified under HTS 3917.29.00.50 as rigid tubes of other plastics (not polymers of ethylene or propylene) with length less than 200 mm. These are imported as cut-to-length pieces for assembly into larger systems.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made of polymers of ethylene (e.g., HDPE)
Rigid tubes of ethylene polymers fall under specific subheading 3917.21, prioritized over 'other plastics' per Chapter 39 polymer classification rules.
If with attached fittings like elbows or joints
US note specifies tubes with fittings classify in 3917.40, regardless of material or length, changing from rigid tubes alone.
If for retail sale as finished household plumbing parts
Short rigid plastic tubes packaged for consumer use may shift to 'other articles of plastics' if not primarily tubes/pipes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify polymer composition meets 'other plastics' criteria (e.g
• PVC >95% by weight) per Chapter 39 subheading notes to avoid reclassification
• Provide precise length measurements in documentation; segments must be <200 mm to qualify for this subheading
Related Products under HTS 3917.29.00.50
Acrylic Rigid Tubing Cutoffs
Polymethyl methacrylate (acrylic) rigid tubing pieces less than 200 mm long, used in aquariums, displays, and lab equipment. Falls under HTS 3917.29.00.50 for rigid tubes of other plastics, distinguished by predominant monomer unit per subheading notes.
Polystyrene Rigid Straw Tubes
Rigid polystyrene tubes less than 200 mm, used as industrial straws or sample transport in labs. HTS 3917.29.00.50 applies to rigid tubes of styrene polymers as 'other plastics'.
Nylon Rigid Capillary Tubes
Rigid polyamide-6 (nylon) capillary tubes <200 mm for medical fluid transfer and instrumentation. Classified 3917.29.00.50 for rigid tubes of other plastics like polyamides.
Polypropylene Short Rigid Pipes
Wait, no—PP is 3917.22. But for copolymer blends where PP <95%, short rigid polypropylene-blend pipes <200 mm for chemical transport. Fits 3917.29.00.50 per note (a)(4) predominant monomer rule.
Rigid Fluoropolymer Tubes
Rigid PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride) tubes <200 mm for corrosive chemical handling. HTS 3917.29.00.50 as rigid tubes of other plastics (fluoropolymers).
ASA Rigid Plumbing Stubs
Acrylonitrile-styrene-acrylate (ASA) copolymer rigid stubs <200 mm for outdoor plumbing. 3917.29.00.50 for rigid other plastics copolymers.