TPE Drinking Water Hose
Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) hose safe for potable water delivery in camping/RV use. Fits HTS 3917.39.00 as other plastic hose, polymer blend classified by predominant units.
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More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If also rated for gasoline transport
Dual-purpose hoses for oil/gasoline have specific subheading.
If sacks/bags form, not tubular hose
TPE in non-tubular extruded forms like bags goes to 3923.
If rubber-dominant TPE composition
If rubber monomers predominate over plastic, shifts to Chapter 40 hoses.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include NSF/ANSI 61 certification for potable water contact
• Specify TPE blend ratios meeting subheading note (b) for classification
• Avoid declaring as medical if not sterile to prevent Chapter 90 shift
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