HS Code for Industrial hose
Industrial hoses classified under HS code 4009.42 are defined as tubing, piping, and hoses made of vulcanized rubber (excluding hard rubber). The classification is determined by three primary factors: the material composition, the reinforcement type, and the presence of fittings. Under the Harmonized System, Chapter 40 covers rubber and articles thereof. Heading 4009 specifically addresses tubes and pipes of vulcanized rubber. The subheading 4009.42 is reserved for products that are reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles—such as glass fibers, plastics, or mineral substances—and are imported or exported with fittings already attached. This classification ensures that complex industrial assemblies used for fluid or gas transfer are categorized based on their structural integrity and readiness for installation. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, the specific combination of non-metallic reinforcement and the inclusion of end-fittings (like flanges or couplings) necessitates this specific code.
Products Included
- Reinforced rubber hydraulic hoses with attached couplings
- Glass-fiber reinforced rubber fuel lines with connectors
- Plastic-mesh reinforced industrial rubber hoses with fittings
- Pneumatic rubber hoses reinforced with synthetic resins and end-valves
- High-pressure rubber tubing with non-textile reinforcement and permanent fittings
Common Misclassification
This code is frequently confused with 4009.12, which covers rubber hoses with fittings but without any reinforcement. It is also often mixed up with 4009.22 (metal reinforcement with fittings) and 4009.32 (textile reinforcement with fittings). Furthermore, if the hose is made primarily of plastics rather than vulcanized rubber, it must be classified under heading 3917. The presence of fittings is the critical divider between 4009.41 (without fittings) and 4009.42 (with fittings).
FAQ
What is the HS code for Industrial hose?
The HS code for industrial hoses made of vulcanized rubber, reinforced with materials other than metal or textiles, and equipped with fittings is 4009.42.
Does this code include hoses reinforced with steel wire?
No, hoses reinforced with steel wire or other metal materials are classified under HS code 4009.22 if they have fittings, or 4009.21 if they do not.
Alternative HS Codes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Industrial hose?
The HS code for Industrial hose is 400942 (Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, with fittings).
How do I classify Industrial hose for customs?
Industrial hose is classified under HS code 400942 — Rubber; vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, with fittings. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Industrial hose the same in all countries?
The base HS code 400942 for Industrial hose is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.