PVC Elbow Fitting from Mexico
A 90-degree elbow fitting made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic, used to connect two pipes at an angle in plumbing systems. It falls under HTS 3917.40.00 as a plastic pipe fitting designed for joining tubes or hoses. Commonly used in residential and commercial water supply lines.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify the fitting is unattached; attached fittings qualify for Free (C) duty under heading 3917 notes
• Provide material composition certification to confirm PVC content over 95% per Chapter 39 polymer rules
• Avoid misclassification as finished assemblies; declare as individual components to prevent higher duties