Aquarium Air Hose with Check Valve Fitting from China
Soft vulcanized rubber airline tubing, 4mm ID, 6 feet, with integrated plastic check valve fitting to prevent backflow. Classifies under 4009.12.00 for unreinforced rubber hoses with fittings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Consumer packaging OK; bulk without fittings is 4009.11
• Verify fish-safe, non-toxic rubber formulation
• Small diameter confirms 'hose' vs. 'tubing' profile