Plastic-Coated Nylon Ripstop Fabric from Japan
Lightweight ripstop nylon fabric laminated on one side with polyethylene film for tent material, at 1.1 kg/m². Falls under 3921.90.19.50 as 'other' plastic sheets/foils combined with textile, meeting weight criteria. The combination enhances durability and waterproofing for outdoor gear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Conduct density tests to document weight/m² compliance; exceedance shifts classification
• Label clearly as 'plastic film laminated to textile' with % compositions for CBP review
• Avoid misdeclaring as plain textile to prevent penalties; lamination makes it Chapter 39