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U.S. imports of rigid tubes, pipes & hoses of polyethylene (HS 391721) totaled $19.1M in April 2026, traded with 43 countries.
Importers of Rigid Tubes, Pipes & Hoses of Polyethylene paid $377K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $2.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRigid polyethylene pipe is a foundational material in water distribution, gas conveyance, and industrial fluid systems, where PE's chemical resistance and pressure ratings drive specification choices. Imports enter under a single 10-digit line (3917210000), simplifying classification but placing the full burden of correct resin identification on the importer. Canada and Mexico are the leading US suppliers, with China also a significant source; goods from Canada and Mexico may qualify for preferential tariff treatment under USMCA where applicable origin rules are met. Chinese-origin product may be subject to Section 301 tariffs, a factor importers should verify before finalizing landed-cost calculations.
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At the HS6 level, 391721 covers all rigid polyethylene tubes and pipes regardless of diameter or wall thickness. However, importers should verify whether downstream US regulations (such as ASTM or AWWA standards required by end-use customers) affect documentation requirements, even though they do not change the tariff classification itself.
Chinese-origin rigid polyethylene pipes may be subject to Section 301 tariffs in addition to the standard MFN rate. Importers should confirm the current Section 301 status for the applicable 10-digit HTS line (3917210000) with a licensed customs broker before shipment.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3917210000 | TUBES,PIPES & HOSES,RIGID,OF POLYMRS OF ETHYLENE | $19.1M | 15.51% | $377K |
TUBES,PIPES & HOSES,RIGID,OF POLYMRS OF ETHYLENE
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3917210000 | TUBES,PIPES & HOSES,RIGID,OF POLYMRS OF ETHYLENE | $12.6M |
TUBES,PIPES & HOSES,RIGID,OF POLYMRS OF ETHYLENE
2.4M 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
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $8.6M | $5.9M | -$2.6M |
| MEXICO | $8.1M | $2.1M | -$5.9M |
| SOUTH AFRICA | -- | $1.0M | +$1.0M |
| SURINAME | -- | $619K | +$619K |
| AUSTRIA | $589K | -- | -$589K |
Monthly import values over time
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | $7.5M | $1.2M | -$6.3M |
| PORT HURON, MI | $1.9M | $1.8M | -$36K |
| NEWARK, NJ | $147K | $1.7M | +$1.6M |