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Tap Hose

A tap hose, commonly referred to as a garden hose, is a flexible tube used to convey water for a variety of outdoor applications. It is typically constructed from multiple layers of synthetic rubber, vinyl, polyurethane, or a combination thereof, reinforced with textile or wire braiding for strength and durability.

Purpose:

The primary purpose of a tap hose is to deliver water from a tap (faucet) to a desired location for tasks such as watering plants, washing cars, cleaning outdoor surfaces, or filling containers.

Function:

Tap hoses function by creating a sealed connection to a water source via a threaded coupling, allowing pressurized water to flow through the hose's lumen. The flexible nature of the hose allows for maneuverability and access to areas not directly adjacent to the water tap.

Usage Scenarios:

• Gardening & Landscaping: Watering lawns, flowerbeds, vegetable gardens, trees, and shrubs.
• Automotive Maintenance: Washing cars, trucks, and other vehicles.
• Cleaning: Rinsing patios, decks, driveways, and outdoor furniture.
• Construction/DIY: Providing water for mixing cement, cleaning tools, or dust control.
• Recreational: Filling paddling pools, water slides, or for water play.

Common Types:

• Rubber Hoses: Known for their durability, flexibility, and resistance to kinking. Generally heavier and more expensive.
• Vinyl Hoses: Lighter and more affordable than rubber hoses. Less durable and more prone to kinking.
• Reinforced Vinyl Hoses: Offer improved durability and kink resistance compared to standard vinyl hoses.
• Polyurethane Hoses: Lightweight, flexible, and resistant to abrasion and chemicals. Often used for professional applications.
• Expandable Hoses (Soaker Hoses): Made from a fabric casing containing a collapsible inner tube. Expand in length when filled with water and contract when empty. Ideal for smaller gardens and easy storage.
• Flat Hoses: Designed to lie flat when not in use, saving storage space. Commonly used for irrigation or temporary water supply.
• Drinking Water Hoses: Constructed from materials specifically certified as safe for potable water, often used for filling RV water tanks or providing drinking water on-site.

Tap hose typically refers to a flexible tube used for conveying water, often made of plastic. Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant:

• 3917320020: This HS code covers tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings therefor (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics. Specifically, it applies to other tubes, pipes and hoses that are not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials and are without fittings, made of polyethylene. This could be applicable if the tap hose is made of polyethylene. The total tax rate is 58.1%, comprised of a 3.1% base tariff, a 25.0% additional tariff, and a 30% additional tariff effective April 2, 2025.
• 3917320050: This HS code also covers tubes, pipes and hoses and fittings therefor (for example, joints, elbows, flanges), of plastics. It applies to other tubes, pipes and hoses that are not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials and are without fittings, but does not specify the material as polyethylene. The total tax rate is 58.1%, comprised of a 3.1% base tariff, a 25.0% additional tariff, and a 30% additional tariff effective April 2, 2025.

It is important to determine the material composition of the tap hose to accurately classify it under either 3917320020 or 3917320050. If the hose incorporates materials other than polyethylene, 3917320050 would be more appropriate.