Textile-Reinforced Rubber Steam Hose with Armored Fittings from Japan
High-temperature vulcanized rubber steam hose reinforced with textile plies, featuring heat-resistant armored metal mesh fittings. Classified under 4009.32.00 despite armored fittings as primary hose meets textile-only criteria with fittings. Industrial steam cleaning applications.
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
• Steam rating (250psi@350F) certification prevents pressure hose confusion
• Armored fitting material (SS wire) detailed; weight impacts duty calc
• ASME B31.1 code compliance for steam service