Rubber Sump Pump Hose with Textile Reinforcement and Brass Hose Bibs from Japan
1-1/2 inch corrugated vulcanized rubber hose with textile reinforcement for sump pump discharge, featuring brass garden hose bib fittings. Classifies under HTS 4009.32.00.50 as other textile-reinforced hose with fittings. Corrugation aids flexibility without changing material classification.
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
• Corrugation doesn't affect heading but note in descriptions for clarity
• Brass bibs qualify as 'joints/elbows'; specify thread type (GHT/NPT)
• Check for backflow prevention devices; may require separate plumbing certs