Sourcing chemical-transfer hoses from China
Corrugated stainless steel chemical-transfer hoses from China carry 0% UK duty under the steel tubing line. Check the assembly's pressure-equipment classification before supply in Great Britain, and specify compatibility with the actual chemical and operating conditions. Cambridge China Bridge sources corrugated stainless steel chemical-transfer hoses.
Duty on stainless steel chemical-transfer hoses
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 30 September 2026, heading 8307 covers flexible tubing of base metal, with or without fittings. Corrugated stainless steel chemical-transfer hoses fall within the steel product family considered here. See the flexible metal hoses guide for the wider heading.
The supplied record shows 0% duty for goods from China under 8307 10 00 90, with no recorded anti-dumping or countervailing duty, suspension, steel measure or attached import control. The table repeats this code for different hose configurations; these are product variants rather than separate tariff lines.
Send your customs broker the assembly drawing, tube material, end-fitting details and intended use, then confirm the commodity code. An external steel braid does not make a rubber-core hose metal tubing; the published background guide classifies rubber-core hoses under heading 4009.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corrugated stainless steel chemical-transfer hose without fittings | 8307 10 00 90 | 0% | None |
Specify the chemical, wetted parts and movement
State the chemical name, concentration, operating temperature, pressure, vacuum conditions and cleaning chemicals. Identify every wetted material, including the corrugated tube, end fittings, welds and seals. Ask the factory for compatibility evidence covering those conditions rather than accepting a general claim that stainless steel resists chemicals.
Agree bore, overall length, corrugation design, tube wall, braid construction, end connections and fitting orientation. Describe installation movement, vibration and the available bend radius. Use ISO 10380 as the specification framework for industrial corrugated metal hose assemblies, and request test reports matching the ordered construction.
Government guidance covers the design, manufacture and conformity assessment of pressure equipment with maximum allowable pressure above 0.5 bar. Check whether the assembly falls within that framework before supplying it in Great Britain. HSE states that the conformity assessment procedure depends on equipment classification. Have the proposed classification reviewed through testing and certification support.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative batch of flanged corrugated stainless steel chemical-transfer hose assemblies; FOB and freight values are illustrative under 8307 10 00 90, invoiced at £7,000 free on board, with £600 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £7,600. Duty at 0% is £0. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £7,600, so it is £1,520. With no duty, the only import tax is the VAT, which a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Materials: compare tube, braid, fittings and seals with the approved specification and material records; arrange material verification where agreed.
Geometry: measure bore and assembled length, gauge threads, check flange dimensions and fitting orientation, and inspect corrugations for dents or crushing.
Welds and tests: inspect end welds and braid attachment; match pressure and leak-test records to the assemblies and agreed test conditions.
Cleanliness and packing: inspect accessible internal surfaces for debris and moisture, check protective end caps, and confirm batch identification against the packing list. Arrange a shipment inspection.
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What goes wrong
A hose can match the drawing yet have an unsuitable seal or end fitting for the chemical being transferred. Approval should cover the complete wetted assembly. Keep the compatibility review tied to the chemical concentration, temperature and cleaning process used by your business.
Thin tube walls, damaged corrugations, broken braid wires and leaking end welds are recurring inspection concerns. Installation below the rated bend radius can cause fatigue cracking. Agree the mounting arrangement and movement before approving the sample, and compare production assemblies with that sample and its test records.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For repeat volumes, see container programmes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on stainless steel chemical-transfer hoses from China?
The supplied tariff record shows 0% under 8307 10 00 90, with no recorded anti-dumping or countervailing duty. Confirm that the imported assembly belongs in this steel tubing line.
Which standard should I specify for corrugated metal hose?
Use ISO 10380 as the specification framework for industrial corrugated metal hoses and assemblies. Also define the chemical, temperature, pressure, movement and wetted materials for your application.
Which pressure-equipment checks should I make?
Check whether the assembly falls within the pressure-equipment framework and obtain its classification. Government guidance covers equipment above 0.5 bar; HSE says the assessment procedure depends on classification.
Is a stainless steel hose suitable for every chemical?
Ask for compatibility evidence for the actual chemical, concentration, temperature and cleaning conditions. Review the tube, fittings, welds and seals together rather than approving the tube material alone.