Nylon Impact Printer Ribbon Base Fabric

Unbleached nylon filament fabric with woven selvages, tailored for impact printer ribbons via specific thread density (warp not exceeding 60% of total count, 59+ warp/39+ filling per cm). HTS 5407.41.00.10 applies due to its 85%+ polyamide content and machine ribbon suitability. This fabric withstands repeated inking and mechanical stress.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China13.6%+35.0%48.6%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico13.6%+10.0%23.6%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada13.6%+10.0%23.6%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany13.6%+10.0%23.6%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan13.6%+10.0%23.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5402Lower: 17.5% vs 48.6%

If made from high-tenacity nylon filament yarn

High-tenacity yarns for technical uses like ribbons classify under 5402 if meeting strength criteria, prior to weaving.

5407.41.00Same rate: 48.6%

If not specifically for typewriter/machine ribbon

General unbleached/bleached polyamide fabrics without ribbon suitability fall under other subheadings in 5407.41.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 48.6%

If impregnated with ink or textile materials

Impregnated or inked ribbons become coated/impregnated textile fabrics in Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include technical data sheets showing thread count ratios in entry documentation to justify the statistical breakouts

β€’ Watch for misdeclaration as apparel fabric; emphasize industrial ribbon end-use in paperwork

β€’ Comply with origin rules by sourcing from certified nylon producers to leverage FTAs

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Nylon Typewriter Ribbon Fabric

This unbleached woven nylon fabric features both selvages woven and meets precise thread count specifications (59-83 warp, 39-55 filling per cm) with average decitex 28-83, making it ideal for typewriter ribbons. It contains 85% or more nylon filaments and is classified under HTS 5407.41.00.10 due to its specialized construction for machine ribbon production. The fabric's high thread density and warp-filling ratio ensure durability in impact printing applications.

Polyamide Dot Matrix Printer Ribbon Cloth

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High-Density Nylon Ribbon Webbing

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Machine Ribbon Nylon Greige Fabric

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