EPDM Water Discharge Hose with Quick-Connect Fittings from Germany
Ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) vulcanized rubber hose for construction site water management, complete with polypropylene quick-connect fittings. HTS 4009.12.00.50 covers such unreinforced hoses with fittings in the 'other' category.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.5%
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
Import Tips
• Test for vulcanization per Chapter note 1; unvulcanized EPDM shifts to 4002 synthetic rubber latex
• Avoid bulk packaging claims; retail-ready with fittings confirms 4009.12 finished goods status
• Declare exact polymer type; generic 'rubber' invites CBP reclassification