PVC Aquarium Air Tubing from Japan
Soft polyvinyl chloride tubing for air pumps in aquariums and hydroponics. HTS 3917.39.0020 applies to flexible, non-reinforced PVC hoses unsuitable for pressure applications. Polymer purity confirmed via weight percentage rules.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label as 'not for potable water' if applicable to avoid FDA issues; test for plasticizer content per 3920.43 note if questioned
• Avoid bulk packaging mimicking rigid pipes