Brass-Fitted Free Rubber Fuel Line Hose from Japan
Vulcanized rubber hose for fuel transfer, reinforced with fine metal mesh for chemical resistance. Delivered without fittings, classified in HTS 4009.21.00.00 as rubber tube combined only with metal, not hard rubber. Used in industrial fueling systems.
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
• Test for fuel compatibility certification (e.g
• SAE standards); ensure no plasticizers affecting raw rubber character per notes; declare if for aircraft to check exclusions