Nylon Impact Printer Ribbon Base Fabric from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
51.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include technical data sheets showing thread count ratios in entry documentation to justify the statistical breakouts
• Watch for misdeclaration as apparel fabric; emphasize industrial ribbon end-use in paperwork
• Comply with origin rules by sourcing from certified nylon producers to leverage FTAs