Heavy-Duty Truck Tarp Material from Japan
Reinforced polyethylene plastic film laminated to polyester scrim fabric, over 70% plastics by weight, >1.492 kg/m² for truck covers. Polyester dominates textile component. HTS 3921.90.25.10 applies to such heavy plastic-textile laminates.
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
• Include reinforcement specs (e.g
• scrim weave) in invoices to justify weight and strength claims
• Test for plastic % via ASTM standards; retain lab reports for potential CBP binding rulings