Steel-Reinforced Polyethylene Water Hose
A flexible polyethylene hose reinforced with embedded steel wire helix for enhanced pressure resistance and kink prevention. Classified under HTS 3917.39.00.10 because it is a plastic tube reinforced with metal, designed for conveying liquids like water in garden or industrial applications. The steel reinforcement provides structural integrity beyond standard plastic hoses.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If without metal reinforcement
Lacks metal reinforcement, falling into the general 'other' subheading for non-reinforced plastic hoses.
If steel is predominant material
When metal forms the primary structure with plastic lining, it shifts to iron/steel tubes heading.
If with attached metal fittings
Inclusion of fittings like couplings changes classification to the fittings subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the metal reinforcement type and coverage meets 'reinforced with metal' criteria; provide lab tests confirming plastic as primary material
• Ensure no attached fittings to avoid reclassification
• Common pitfall: undervaluing steel content affects duty calculation
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