Plastic-Coated Polyester Tablecloth Fabric from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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