Food-Grade Rubber Hose with Textile Reinforcement and Tri-Clamp Fittings from Japan
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.
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
• 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