Silicone-Coated Knitted Kevlar Protective Fabric
Silicone-coated knitted Kevlar fabric, with silicone rubber exceeding 70% by weight, used for heat-resistant protective gear. The knitted Kevlar provides high tensile strength and heat resistance while the silicone coating offers additional protection. This product falls under 5906.91.00 as a rubberized knitted textile.
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 silicone is treated as a plastic rather than rubber
Heading 59.03 covers textile fabrics coated with plastics, which may apply depending on the material's classification.
If imported as finished protective garments
Heading 62.10 covers garments made of textile fabrics coated with plastics or rubber, when presented as finished articles.
If the textile is completely embedded in the silicone
Chapter 39 covers products where the textile is entirely embedded in plastics, visible to the naked eye.
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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 the silicone coating is visible to the naked eye and the fabric passes the bending test
• Provide technical data on rubber content by weight
• If the fabric is cut to shape for protective gear, it may be classified as a made-up article
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