Unbleached Nylon Parachute Cloth from Japan
High-tenacity unbleached nylon filament fabric weighing 130 g/m², woven for parachute canopies and kites. HTS 5407.41.00.30 covers this as unbleached, ≥85% nylon, ≤170 g/m² woven fabric. Its tight plain weave ensures air retention.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include tenacity test results; high-tenacity may attract scrutiny but stays in 5407
• Confirm no twisting >472 turns/m to qualify as 'flat fabric' per statistical note (b)
• Prevent contamination with dyes during import to maintain unbleached status