Printed Nylon Parachute Fabric
A lightweight ripstop nylon filament fabric printed with safety stripes for parachutes. It is classified under tariff item 5407.94.00 as a printed woven fabric of synthetic filament yarn. The high tenacity yarns ensure strength for parachute applications.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is unbleached or bleached
This covers non-printed, unbleached or bleached woven synthetic filament fabrics.
If the fabric is dyed a single colour
Dyed parachute fabrics of this type are classified under the dyed subheading.
If the fabric is made of yarns of different colours
Fabrics with yarns of different colours are classified separately from printed ones.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the fabric is not coated or laminated, as that would move it to Chapter 39 or 40
• Provide a tenacity test report to confirm the high tenacity yarn classification
• Ensure the fabric is declared as a woven fabric, not a knitted or nonwoven material
Related Products under Tariff item 5407.94.00
Abstract Printed Wool-Synthetic Blend Scarf Fabric
A lightweight printed fabric with abstract designs, made of 37% wool and polyester filaments, woven and not combed. This is a printed woven fabric of synthetic filament yarn, falling under tariff item 5407.94.00.
Acetate-Wool Printed Scarf Lining Fabric
A fine woven fabric of acetate filament yarns blended with 37% wool, featuring subtle stripe prints. Designed as a lining for luxury scarves, it qualifies as a printed woven fabric of synthetic filament yarn under tariff item 5407.94.00.
Combed Fine Wool-Polyamide Printed Lining
A printed woven lining fabric combining 45% combed fine wool with 55% polyamide filament yarn. The wool content exceeds 36%, and the fabric is combed, so it qualifies as a printed woven fabric of synthetic filaments mixed mainly with combed wool under tariff item 5407.94.00.
Combed Merino Wool-Polyester Printed Shirting
A fine combed printed shirting fabric made of 37% merino wool and 63% polyester filament yarn. With wool above 36% and a combed finish, it falls under tariff item 5407.94.00 as a printed woven fabric of synthetic filaments mixed mainly with combed wool.
Combed Wool-Acrylic Printed Upholstery Fabric
A heavyweight combed fabric printed with geometric designs, made of 37% wool and 63% acrylic filament yarn, intended for upholstery. The combed wool content above 36% places it under tariff item 5407.94.00 as a printed woven fabric of synthetic filaments mixed mainly with combed wool.
Combed Wool-Polyester Suiting Fabric
A printed combed suiting fabric blending 38% combed wool with 62% polyester filament yarn, used for tailored suits. The wool content exceeds 36% and the fabric is combed, so it is classified under tariff item 5407.94.00 as a printed woven fabric of synthetic filaments mixed mainly with combed wool.