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Polyester High-Tenacity Hot Air Balloon Fabric from Japan

Specialized lightweight woven high-tenacity polyester ≤170 g/m² for hot air balloon envelopes. HTS 5407.10.0010 classification for polyester high-tenacity filament fabrics per statistical notes. Engineered for pressure containment and heat resistance.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include aviation certification docs proving technical specifications

• Verify no napping affecting broadcloth/poplin definitions in notes

• Declare narrow widths separately if <168cm per printcloth note (e)