PVC Elbow Fitting

A 90-degree elbow joint made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic, used to connect pipes at angled turns in plumbing systems. It falls under HTS 3917.40.00.95 as a plastic pipe fitting that is not a threaded coupling, socket, flange, or other specifically named type. Designed for rigid piping in residential and commercial water lines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.3%+35.0%40.3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5.3%+10.0%15.3%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5.3%+10.0%15.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 40.3%

If designed for specific machinery like industrial pumps

Fittings principally used as parts of machines fall under Chapter 39 other articles, not general pipe fittings.

7307.99.50Lower: 39.3% vs 40.3%

If metal-reinforced or with metal components predominating

Hybrid metal-plastic fittings classify under iron/steel fittings if metal exceeds plastic by weight.

3917.39Lower: 13.1% vs 40.3%

If explicitly a threaded coupling or socket

Specific subheadings for named fitting types take precedence over the residual 'Other' category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify material composition via lab testing to confirm PVC content meets Chapter 39 polymer rules (95%+ monomer unit)

β€’ Include detailed technical specs and CAD drawings in documentation to avoid misclassification as parts of machinery