EPDM Water Discharge Hose with Quick-Connect Fittings from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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