Silicone Impregnated Textile Packing Cord from Germany
Cotton or synthetic cord impregnated with silicone for lubricated packing in food-grade industrial pumps. Classified in HTS 5911.90.00.40 for industrial packing uses, with visible silicone treatment visible to naked eye per chapter notes. Meets FDA standards for sanitary applications.
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
• Provide FDA compliance certs alongside HTS docs for food-contact claims
• Test for visible impregnation (bend test per 5903 notes) to avoid Chapter 39