Rubber Drain Hose with Plastic Elbow Fitting from Germany
Vulcanized rubber corrugated drain hose, 1-inch diameter, 6 feet, with molded plastic elbow fitting for sink/washer connections. Classified in 4009.12.00 as unreinforced rubber hose with fittings.
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
• Specify fitting material in docs; plastic OK if hose is primary rubber component
• Test for vulcanization per Chapter 40 notes to avoid plastic misclassification
• Bundle hoses with fittings to claim 4009.12 vs. separate 4009.11