Vinyl-Coated Polyester Awning Fabric from Japan
Woven polyester filament fabric with vinyl coating exceeding 60% plastics by weight for awnings and canopies. HTS 5407.30.10.00 applies as a section XI note 9 fabric with dominant plastic layer for UV protection. Durable weave supports outdoor exposure.
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
• Test for plastic dominance per statistical notes; retain ISO reports
• Declare weave type (plain/satin) to match Chapter 54 definitions
• Avoid 'finished article' language; pitfall leads to Chapter 63