Polyester High-Tenacity Kite Fabric from Japan
Ripstop woven fabric from high-tenacity polyester yarn, weighing not more than 170 g/m², for sport kites and power kites. HTS 5407.10.0010 applies due to its synthetic high-tenacity filament weave per chapter definitions. The ripstop pattern enhances durability against tears.
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
• Document ripstop weave details but ensure no selvage exclusions affect weave classification per statistical note (a)
• Separate kite fabric rolls from apparel fabrics in shipments to prevent commingling misclassification
• Request tenacity test data (e.g
• >8 g/denier) to substantiate high-tenacity claim during audits