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PVC Flexible Hose with Brass Fittings

A clear polyvinyl chloride (PVC) hose featuring attached brass barbed fittings at both ends, designed for water transfer in garden or agricultural applications. It falls under HTS 3917.33.00.00 as an unreinforced plastic hose with fittings, meeting the US note requirement for free duty under 'C' program. The hose remains flexible without any reinforcing materials like fabric or wire.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+35.0%38.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

3917.31.00.00Same rate: 38.1%

If without attached fittings

Hoses shipped without fittings fall under the subheading for those not 'with fittings', losing Free (C) eligibility.

3917.39.00Same rate: 38.1%

If reinforced with textile materials

Textile-reinforced hoses shift to 3917.39, as they are 'otherwise combined with other materials' per chapter notes.

3917.40.00Higher: 40.3% vs 38.1%

If combined with metal spirals for reinforcement

Metal-reinforced hoses are classified separately under 3917.40, distinct from unreinforced types.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fittings are securely attached prior to import, as the Free (C) duty rate applies only to tubes, pipes, and hoses with fittings per US note to heading 3917

Provide detailed invoices specifying polymer type (e.g

PVC) and confirming no reinforcement to avoid reclassification

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LDPE Water Pipe with Compression Fittings

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EVA Garden Hose with Snap Fittings

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