Chemical Transfer Hose with Camlock Couplings from Japan
Vulcanized rubber hose reinforced with textile and steel helix wire, fitted with polypropylene camlock couplings for corrosive liquid handling. Classified in HTS 4009.42.00.50 for other reinforced hoses with fittings, per vulcanized rubber definitions. Not mechanical appliances per exclusions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include chemical resistance certifications (e.g
• for acids) for FDA or EPA clearance if food/pharma grade
• Document fitting material composition to avoid disputes over 'other materials' reinforcement
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics primary forms under Chapter 40 notes