Flame-Retardant PVC Laminated Acrylic Canvas
Flame-retardant acrylic canvas laminated with poly(vinyl chloride) for stage backdrops and tents. The PVC lamination is visible to the naked eye and the fabric retains flexibility, meeting the criteria of heading 59.03. As the base fabric is acrylic, a man-made fibre, it falls under tariff item 5903.10.20.
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 base fabric is cotton or another natural fibre instead of acrylic.
Tariff item 5903.10.10 covers textile fabrics not containing man-made fibres.
If the PVC completely embeds the textile or covers both sides, making the fabric invisible.
Chapter Note 2 excludes products where the textile is entirely embedded or coated on both sides, which fall in Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the PVC lamination is visible to the naked eye and the fabric bends around a 7 mm cylinder without fracturing, as required by Chapter Note 2
• Declare the acrylic content accurately, as man-made fibre fabrics are classified under 5903.10.20, not 5903.10.10
• Keep technical datasheets showing the PVC weight percentage and flame-retardant properties for CBSA verification
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