Polyester High-Tenacity Sailcloth Fabric from China
Lightweight woven fabric from high-tenacity polyester filaments, under 170 g/m², used for boat sails and windsurfing sails. Classified in HTS 5407.10.0010 for its high-tenacity polyester yarn and meeting woven fabric statistical notes. Provides exceptional tear resistance for marine environments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain supplier specs confirming high-tenacity status and fabric weight to comply with precise HTS criteria
• Use detailed invoices specifying end-use as sailcloth to avoid scrutiny over industrial vs retail classification
• Test for UV resistance if marketed for marine use, as additives might trigger chemical treatment reclassification