PTFE-Lined High-Pressure Air Hose from Japan
A flexible hose with a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) inner liner and plastic outer reinforcement for compressed air systems in industrial tools, rated at 27.6 MPa burst pressure. It qualifies for HTS 3917.31.00.00 based on its plastic composition and pressure specifications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify PTFE as the predominant monomer (>95% per subheading note (a)(1)) in documentation
• Distinguish from low-pressure air hoses to prevent Customs shifting to 3917.39
• Ensure no metal fittings attached unless declared separately for special duty treatment