High Tenacity Polyester Sailcloth
High tenacity polyester sailcloth is woven from high tenacity polyester filament yarn, offering UV resistance and high breaking strength for marine sails. Its durable construction withstands harsh marine environments, making it ideal for sailmaking. This product falls under tariff item 5407.10.00 as a woven fabric obtained from high tenacity yarn of polyesters.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sailcloth is coated or laminated with plastics or other materials
Heading 59.03 covers textile fabrics impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, which may apply if the sailcloth has such treatments.
If the fabric contains less than 85% polyester by weight
Subheading 5407.61 covers woven fabrics of polyester filaments containing less than 85% polyester, which may apply if the composition differs.
If the sailcloth is imported as a made-up sail
Heading 63.06 covers sails, which may apply if the product is a finished sail rather than fabric in the piece.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the sailcloth's tenacity meets the high tenacity threshold (over 60 cN/tex for single yarn) to qualify for this tariff item
• Declare the fabric's finish (e.g
• UV-resistant coating) as it may affect classification under other headings
• If the sailcloth is cut to shape for sails, it may be considered 'made up' and fall under a different tariff item
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