PVC-Coated Polyester Banner Vinyl Fabric from Japan
Heavy-duty woven polyester filament fabric with PVC coating over 60% by weight, designed for outdoor banners and signage. Classified under HTS 5407.30.10.00 due to its high plastic content as per section XI note 9, providing weatherproofing. The base remains synthetic filament yarn weaving.
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
• Provide grammage tests confirming >60% plastics; mismatches lead to audits
• Label as 'note 9 fabric' on entry docs to streamline classification
• Watch for bulk vs retail packing; retail sets may trigger Chapter 63