Tubes, pipes and hoses, vulcanized rubber, not reinforced HS 4009.12

Tubes, pipes and hoses, vulcanized rubber, not reinforced, with fittings

25%
US tariff Section 232 autos and parts(50% announced for Jan 1, 2027)
15-25%
US tariff Section 232 metals(on the full value; under 15% metal by weight is exempt)
US tariff Section 232 medium and heavy duty vehicles
2025 exports C$3.1M
Beyond the US C$692k ▼17% vs 2024

Where else to sell

1. Germany 0% Tariff free CETA

Germany imports ~C$95M of tubes, pipes and hoses, vulcanized rubber, not reinforced a year (2023). Not among Canada’s top destinations in 2025.

2. Mexico 0% Tariff free CUSMA and CPTPP

Mexico imports ~C$68M of tubes, pipes and hoses, vulcanized rubber, not reinforced a year (2023). In a different region from the markets above.

3. China

China imports ~C$50M of tubes, pipes and hoses, vulcanized rubber, not reinforced a year (2023). Not among Canada’s top destinations in 2025.

The steps

  1. 1

    Free help: Trade Commissioner Service desks for Germany, Mexico and China. Request "qualified contacts" (curated buyer and distributor lists).

  2. 2

    Check you qualify for CanExport SMEs: incorporated with a CRA number, 3 to 500 staff, $300k to $100M revenue, under $100k of your sales in the target market last year.

  3. 3

    Scope a $20k to $100k entry project (trade events, marketing adaptation, buyer identification consultants); the program pays half, up to $50k. The 2026-27 intake closed August 31, 2026, and Global Affairs Canada posts future intake dates on the program page.

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