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Polypropylene Strip Woven Tarp

A heavy-duty woven tarp made from polypropylene strip yarns narrower than 5mm, used for covering equipment and cargo. It falls under HTS 5407.20.00.00 as a woven fabric obtained from strip or the like of synthetic filament yarn per heading 5404. The strip construction provides durability and water resistance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3921.90.11.00Higher: 41.7% vs 37.5%

If coated with PVC or similar plastics

Coated tarpaulins shift to Chapter 39 as plastic products rather than textile fabrics.

5407.61Lower: 27.4% vs 37.5%

If made from non-strip synthetic filament yarns

Standard filament tow yarns fall under different subheadings excluding strip materials.

5903.10.20Same rate: 37.5%

If impregnated or laminated for waterproofing

Textile fabrics impregnated with plastics are classified in Chapter 59.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify strip width is under 5mm and woven exclusively from heading 5404 materials to avoid reclassification

• Provide lab tests confirming synthetic filament strip composition for customs clearance