Natural Rubber Irrigation Hose with Barbed Couplings from Japan
Vulcanized natural rubber hose for agricultural irrigation systems, including plastic barbed nipple fittings for drip line connections. Classifies under 4009.12.00.50 for non-reinforced vulcanized rubber hoses with fittings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify natural rubber origin; synthetic blends may alter to 4002 if not fully vulcanized
• Measure wall thickness; exceeds Chapter note limits risks 4008 rod/profile reclassification