Automotive Headliner Fabric from Japan
A composite material consisting of a plastic film layer laminated to a polyester textile backing, with plastics comprising over 70% by weight and total weight exceeding 1.492 kg/m². The man-made polyester fibers predominate over other textile fibers. Classified under HTS 3921.90.25.10 due to the predominant plastic content and textile combination meeting the specified criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify plastic content exceeds 70% by weight via lab testing; maintain certificates for Customs review
• Ensure textile component documentation confirms man-made fibers predominate over cotton or others
• Avoid misclassification as Chapter 59 by proving plastic layer is primary component, not mere coating