PVC Foam Tarpaulin with Cotton Backing

A cellular PVC sheet combined with a textile layer where cotton (vegetable fiber) predominates by weight over other fibers, used for truck covers and banners. It falls under HTS 3921.12.19.10 as a plastic plate/sheet with textile components dominated by vegetable fibers. The foam structure provides flexibility and waterproofing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.3%+35.0%40.3%
🇲🇽Mexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇨🇦Canada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇩🇪Germany5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇯🇵Japan5.3%+10.0%15.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5903.10.20Lower: 35% vs 40.3%

If treated solely as textile fabric impregnated with PVC

Impregnated or coated textile fabrics (PU/PVC) fall under Chapter 59 if textile is principal material.

3921.12.11.00Lower: 39.2% vs 40.3%

If man-made fibers like polyester predominate in textile

Shifts to man-made fiber dominant subheading within same series per polymer classification notes.

3920.43.50.00Lower: 39.2% vs 40.3%

If non-cellular PVC version without textile

Removes cellular designation and textile combination, moving to non-cellular plates/sheets.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify textile fiber content via lab testing to confirm vegetable fibers >50% by weight over any single other fiber

Provide detailed invoices specifying PVC cellular structure and cotton predominance to avoid reclassification

Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; declare reinforced edges as part of the composite material

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