Plastic-Coated Polyester Shade Cloth from Germany
Woven polyester filament shade cloth coated with plastics >60% by weight for greenhouse shading. HTS 5407.30.10.00 classification under section XI note 9 due to plastic content for UV blocking. Open weave allows airflow.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Certify shade factor and plastic % for ag import programs
• Distinguish from nets (5608) by confirming full woven structure
• Bulk import avoids Chapter 63 tariffs on made-ups