Metal-Wire Braided Rubber Air Hose from Japan
Vulcanized rubber hose for compressed air systems, reinforced solely with external metal wire braid for durability. Supplied without fittings, fitting HTS 4009.21.00.00 for rubber tubes reinforced only with metal, not hard rubber. Ideal for industrial pneumatic tools.
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
• Provide lab analysis confirming no textile materials in reinforcement to stay in 4009.21; label inner diameter and working pressure accurately; watch for misdeclaration as unreinforced hose under 4009.11