Food-Grade Rubber Hose with Textile Reinforcement and Tri-Clamp Fittings
Sanitary 2-inch vulcanized rubber hose (white FDA-approved tube) textile-reinforced, with stainless tri-clamp fittings for dairy processing. HTS 4009.32.00.50 covers this as other with-fittings textile hose, compliant with chapter exclusions. Meets 3A standards for food contact.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2.5% | +35.0% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2.5% | +10.0% | 12.5% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 2.5% | +10.0% | 12.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2.5% | +10.0% | 12.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2.5% | +10.0% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically for beverage/dairy industry
Statistical suffixes for food-related end-uses separate from general 'other'.
If stainless steel-dominated sanitary tubing
Metal primary material moves to Chapter 73 iron/steel articles.
If transmission belting configuration
Different function (transmission vs transfer) changes heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• FDA prior notice and food contact substance notifications mandatory for entry
• Tri-clamp gaskets count toward 'fittings'; document full assembly
• Validate 'food-grade' claims with 21 CFR 177.2600 compliance letters
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