LDPE Laboratory Transfer Tubing from China
Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) tubing for transferring liquids in lab settings, uncoiled and without reinforcements. It qualifies for HTS 3917.32.0020 as a pure polyethylene hose, flexible and not combined with other materials. Commonly used with peristaltic pumps.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify LDPE grade and density in invoices for polymer verification; ensure clean packaging to prevent contamination claims
• Test for 95% ethylene monomer compliance