Textile-Reinforced Hydraulic Hose from Mexico
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 — Mexico → 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
• 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