Textile-Reinforced Hydraulic Hose from Japan
A flexible vulcanized rubber hose reinforced solely with textile materials for high-pressure fluid transfer in hydraulic systems. It lacks any metal fittings and is supplied as straight lengths. Classified under HTS 4009.31.00.00 as a hose reinforced only with textiles without fittings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify reinforcement is solely textile (no metal) via manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification
• Provide detailed material composition certificates; common pitfall is mislabeling as metal-reinforced
• Check for pressure ratings in documentation for end-use compliance