Firefighting Hose with Storz Couplings from Germany
High-pressure vulcanized rubber fire hose reinforced with polyester jacket and equipped with aluminum Storz quick-connect couplings. HTS 4009.42.00.50 applies to this 'other' category for reinforced hoses with fittings, outside Chapter 95 sports articles. Complies with vulcanized rubber criteria.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain NFPA 1961 certification documentation for fire service compliance during customs entry
• Specify if for municipal vs volunteer use to guide any preferential tariff treatments
• Ensure couplings meet ANSI standards to prevent rejection as incomplete articles