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Rigid Polystyrene Conduit Pipe

Rigid electrical conduit tubing made from polystyrene for protecting wiring in buildings. Classified in 3917.29.00.90 for rigid pipes of other plastics used in conveyance of cables.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.1%+37.5%40.6%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3926.90.99Lower: 25.3% vs 40.6%

If marketed as electrical fittings rather than conduit pipes

Other plastic articles for electricity use (e.g., insulators) fall under 3926, not conveyance tubes.

3917.39.00Same rate: 40.6%

If flexible polystyrene tubing

Lack of rigidity moves it to flexible tubes/pipes/hoses of other plastics in 3917.39.

3925.90.00.00Higher: 42.8% vs 40.6%

If for builder's construction use beyond conveyance

Builder's ware like rigid plastic moldings classify under 3925.90 if not pipe-shaped for fluids/cables.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Test and document rigidity and polystyrene monomer content to comply with Chapter 39 polymer rules

β€’ Include UL certification for electrical use to support classification and safety compliance