Plastic Compression Coupling from China

A compression coupling fitting molded from polypropylene, used to join two plastic pipes without soldering by tightening a nut. Classified in HTS 3917.40.00 for its role as a plastic hose or pipe fitting. Ideal for irrigation and drainage systems.

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

Include test reports showing pressure ratings to support plumbing end-use classification

Label clearly as 'fittings for tubes/pipes' to distinguish from general plastic parts

Check for polymer purity; blends under 95% principal monomer may shift to 'Other' subheadings