Textile-Reinforced Rubber Water Supply Hose with Quick-Connect Fittings from China
Durable 3/4-inch vulcanized rubber hose reinforced only with textile materials for residential water transfer, equipped with plastic quick-connect fittings. It qualifies for HTS 4009.32.00.50 as a 'with fittings' hose reinforced solely by textiles, outside specific automotive or aircraft categories. This ensures proper tariffing for general-purpose plumbing hoses.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label products clearly as 'textile reinforced only' and retain supplier affidavits to prevent misclassification
• For fittings, specify material (plastic/metal) in invoices; mismatches can delay customs clearance
• Test for compliance with NSF/ANSI 61 standards if for potable water to avoid FDA import alerts