Polypropylene Flat Yarn 45 Decitex for Tarpaulin Weaving from Japan
Flat single polypropylene filament yarn at 45 decitex with twist under 50 turns/m, specifically produced for weaving durable tarpaulins used in construction and logistics. HTS 5402.48.00.70 covers this as other polypropylene single low-twist yarn, synthetic filament not retail-put-up, aligning with chapter exclusions for tow.
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
• Document end-use as industrial weaving to justify yarn vs. fabric classification
• Ensure no napping or finishing that could imply fabric status under Chapter 54 notes