Plastic-Coated Polyester Tablecloth Fabric from Germany
Woven polyester filament fabric coated on one side with over 60% plastics by weight, used for tablecloths and protective coverings. It falls under HTS 5407.30.10.00 as a fabric specified in note 9 to section XI, exceeding 60% plastic content for water resistance. The coating enhances durability while maintaining the woven synthetic filament base.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Verify plastic coating weight exceeds 60% via lab testing; retain certificates for CBP review
• Declare as 'fabrics specified in note 9' to avoid misclassification under uncoated 5407
• Ensure no finishing operations push it into Chapter 59; common pitfall is under-declaring coating