Reinforced Rubber Hydraulic Hose with Steel Fittings from Japan
This vulcanized rubber hose is reinforced with metal wire braid and includes attached steel swivel fittings for high-pressure fluid transfer in industrial machinery. It falls under HTS 4009.22.00.50 as a tube or hose reinforced only with metal and equipped with fittings, excluding hard rubber. The 'other' subheading applies to specialized hydraulic variants not specified elsewhere.
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Import Tips
• Verify metal reinforcement type and fitting specifications in documentation to confirm classification under 4009.22, avoiding reclassification to 4009.31 for textile-reinforced hoses
• Include test certificates for pressure ratings and material composition to meet safety standards and prevent customs holds
• Label products clearly with country of origin and rubber type, as mixtures exceeding permitted additives may shift to Chapter 39 plastics