Plastic-Coated Nylon Taffeta Fabric from China
Woven nylon filament taffeta fabric coated with polyurethane plastics exceeding 60% by weight, used in rainwear linings. It qualifies for HTS 5407.30.10.00 under section XI note 9 for plastic-dominant coatings on synthetic filaments. The plain weave structure supports lightweight applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber/plastic content analysis per ASTM standards before import
• Avoid classifying as apparel fabric; specify 'in the piece' to stay in Chapter 54