Polyethylene Drinking Straw Tubing from Canada
Thin-walled polyethylene tubes designed as disposable drinking straws, typically 0.25 inch diameter. Classified in HTS 3917.32.0050 as unreinforced plastic tubes without fittings, fitting the 'Other' category for non-reinforced PE hoses. Not considered household articles under Chapter 39 notes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Confirm PE monomer content exceeds 95% by weight to qualify under polymer classification rules; label as 'food-grade' if applicable with FDA compliance docs; watch for bulk vs retail packaging affecting rates