Chemical Transfer Textile Hose from Germany
Polyester textile reinforced hose with PTFE liner for corrosive chemical handling in industry. HTS 5909.00.20.00 covers this as textile tubing with plastic lining/accessories, textile braid essential for pressure containment. Liner bonds chemically but visible in cross-section.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include chemical compatibility certs and lining specs to justify 5909 over Chapter 39 plastics
• Declare if liner visible to naked eye; invisible per 5903(a)(1) reverts to base fabric chapter
• For hazmat end-use, prepare EPA/DOT docs alongside customs entry