About HS Code 400941
This HS code pertains to vulcanised rubber tubing, piping, and hoses reinforced with materials other than metal or textiles, and supplied without fittings. This category often includes advanced reinforcements like aramid fibers, fiberglass, or specialized synthetic polymers, designed for high-performance or niche applications where standard textile or metal reinforcement is insufficient. Industries such as chemical processing, aerospace, and high-tech manufacturing are primary users, requiring hoses with superior chemical resistance, extreme temperature tolerance, or specific dielectric properties. Importers are typically specialized industrial firms or distributors catering to these demanding sectors. Exporters are often manufacturers with advanced material science capabilities. Key trade considerations include the specific nature of the 'other' reinforcement, chemical compatibility, and compliance with stringent industry-specific certifications.
Products Under This Code
Aramid-reinforced fuel hose, PTFE-lined rubber hose (bulk), silicone-reinforced high-temperature hose, chemical transfer hose (non-metal/textile reinforced), high-pressure industrial hose (composite reinforced), exhaust gas recirculation hose, specialized medical tubing
Real World Examples
Aeroquip AQP Hose (bulk), Trelleborg Chemical Hose (bulk), Flexaust Flex-Tube PV, Parker Parflex 520N (bulk)
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 400931 (textile-reinforced) or 400921 (metal-reinforced). The defining characteristic is reinforcement by materials explicitly 'other than metal or textiles'.
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, USA, and Japan are leading countries in both the production and consumption of these specialized, high-performance hoses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 400941?
HS code 400941 covers: Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, without fittings. This HS code pertains to vulcanised rubber tubing, piping, and hoses reinforced with materials other than metal or textiles, and supplied without fittings. This category often includes advanced reinforcements like aramid fibers, fiberglass, or specialized synthetic polymers, designed for high-performance or niche applications where standard textile or metal reinforcement is insufficient. Industries such as chemical processing, aerospace, and high-tech manufacturing are primary users, requiring hoses with superior chemical resistance, extreme temperature tolerance, or specific dielectric properties. Importers are typically specialized industrial firms or distributors catering to these demanding sectors. Exporters are often manufacturers with advanced material science capabilities. Key trade considerations include the specific nature of the 'other' reinforcement, chemical compatibility, and compliance with stringent industry-specific certifications.
What products fall under HS code 400941?
Aramid-reinforced fuel hose, PTFE-lined rubber hose (bulk), silicone-reinforced high-temperature hose, chemical transfer hose (non-metal/textile reinforced), high-pressure industrial hose (composite reinforced), exhaust gas recirculation hose, specialized medical tubing
What are common misclassifications for HS code 400941?
This code can be confused with 400931 (textile-reinforced) or 400921 (metal-reinforced). The defining characteristic is reinforcement by materials explicitly 'other than metal or textiles'.
How is HS code 400941 structured?
HS code 400941 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (40) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (41) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.