PVC Schedule 40 Pipe Elbow Fitting from China
A 90-degree elbow fitting made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) designed for connecting Schedule 40 PVC pipes in plumbing systems. It falls under HTS 3917.40.00.60 as a PVC plumbing fitting, specifically for changing pipe direction in water supply or drainage applications. The PVC material meets the chapter note criteria for classification by predominant monomer content.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify PVC composition exceeds 95% vinyl chloride monomer per Chapter 39 notes to avoid reclassification; include material test certificates; ensure fittings match US plumbing standards like ASTM D2665 to prevent customs holds