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U.S. imports of flexible plastic tubes, pipes & hoses, not reinforced, without fittings (HS 391732) totaled $49.8M in April 2026, traded with 60 countries.
Importers of Flexible Plastic Tubes, Pipes & Hoses, Not Reinforced, Without Fittings paid $4.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $28.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataUnreinforced flexible plastic tubing without end fittings is among the most broadly used fluid-conveyance forms across agriculture, food processing, medical devices, and general industry, making precise material identification essential for correct classification. The US schedule subdivides this heading by resin: PVC (3917320010), polyethylene (3917320020), and other plastics (3917320050), with a legacy residual line (3917320000) also present. Mexico and Canada together dominate US supply, reflecting deep USMCA-integrated plastics manufacturing, while China is also a significant source subject to potential Section 301 considerations. Because certain flexible tubing grades contact food or pharmaceutical products, FDA food-contact or drug-contact compliance documentation may be required alongside standard customs entry.
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The distinction is straightforward: 391732 covers flexible, unreinforced plastic tubes and hoses presented without fittings attached, while 391733 covers the same type of hose presented with fittings. If fittings are attached at the time of importation — even if they could be removed — the article classifies under 391733. Importers sometimes strip fittings before shipment to manage duty exposure, but CBP may consider the commercial reality of the transaction.
Tubing intended for direct food or drug contact may require FDA review under food-contact substance regulations or drug-contact material standards, in addition to standard HTS classification. Importers should obtain the manufacturer's FDA compliance documentation (such as a food-contact notification or extractables/leachables data) before entry. Consult a licensed customs broker or regulatory counsel to confirm the specific admissibility requirements for your product.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $14.2M | $78.0M | +$63.8M |
| CANADA | $7.9M | $7.3M | -$582K |
| IRELAND | $1.2M | $9.8M | +$8.7M |
| COSTA RICA | $387K | $9.9M | +$9.5M |
| CHINA | $2.8M | $5.3M | +$2.4M |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3917320050 | TUBES,PIPES & HOSE,NOT RIGID,NOT REIN,NO FIT,NESOI | $29.8M | 14.74% | $2.9M |
| 3917320020 | TUBES,PIPE & HOSE,NOT RIGD,NOT REIN,NO FIT,POLYETH | $14.7M | 15.79% | $845K |
| 3917320010 | TUBES,PIPES & HOSES,NOT RIGID,NOT REIN,NO FIT,PVC | $5.3M | 15.86% | $544K |
TUBES,PIPES & HOSE,NOT RIGID,NOT REIN,NO FIT,NESOI
TUBES,PIPE & HOSE,NOT RIGD,NOT REIN,NO FIT,POLYETH
TUBES,PIPES & HOSES,NOT RIGID,NOT REIN,NO FIT,PVC
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3917320000 | TUBES ETC, NT REINFORCED OR COMBINED, NESOI | $136.2M |
TUBES ETC, NT REINFORCED OR COMBINED, NESOI
6.1M kg
ARTICLES OF PLASTICS, NESOI
HS 392690
FLOOR, WALL, ETC COVERS, VINYL CHLORIDE POLYMERS
HS 391810
TABLEWARE AND KITCHENWARE OF PLASTICS
HS 392410
SACKS & BAGS (INCL CONES) OF POLYMERS OF ETHYLENE
HS 392321
HOUSEHOLD AND TOILET ARTICLES NESOI OF PLASTICS
HS 392490
PLATES, SHEETS ETC, NON-CELL ETC, POLYMER
HS 392010
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $6.6M | $37.7M | +$31.1M |
| California | $8.4M | $18.0M | +$9.6M |
| South Carolina | $798K | $22.4M | +$21.6M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| YSLETA, TX | $2.8M | $29.7M | +$26.9M |
| LAREDO, TX | $3.8M | $22.0M | +$18.2M |
| OTAY MESA, CA | $3.9M | $11.9M | +$8.0M |