Nylon Plastic Brake Hose Elbow Fitting from China
A 90-degree elbow fitting made from nylon plastic designed specifically for connecting brake hoses in passenger cars under HTS 8703. It ensures a secure, leak-proof seal under high-pressure braking conditions. Classified under 3917.40.00.10 due to its use in vehicle brake systems of specified headings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the fitting is explicitly for brake hoses of vehicles in 8701.21-8701.29 or 8702-8705/8711 to qualify under this subheading; otherwise, it may shift to general fittings
• Include detailed engineering specs and vehicle compatibility certificates in documentation to prove end-use compliance
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as hydraulic hose fittings, which could lead to reclassification and penalties