PVC Plumbing Washer Set from Germany
Flat ring-shaped washers made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) used in pipe fittings to create watertight seals. Falls under HTS 3926.90.45 due to its function as a plastic washer for sealing in plumbing systems. Polymer content meets subheading note (a)(1) for PVC predominance.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide NSF/ANSI 61 certification for potable water contact to ensure regulatory compliance
• Declare exact dimensions and pressure ratings; undersized washers risk reclassification as fittings under 3917
• Bundle in sets only if for retail; bulk shipments may trigger different valuation rules