Silicone Food-Grade Tubing from Japan
Translucent silicone rubber tubing compliant with FDA standards for food and beverage dispensing. Falls under 3917.32.00 as unreinforced plastic hose without fittings or combinations. Silicone classified as 'other' polymer per subheading notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include FDA compliance certificates and extractables testing for food contact validation
• Ensure declaration specifies 'food-grade' but emphasize unreinforced structure