Heavyweight Dyed Nylon Ripstop Fabric from China
Dyed ripstop nylon fabric >170 g/m² with 85%+ polyamide filaments, reinforced grid weave for sails and parachutes. Falls under 5407.42.00.60 as other dyed woven synthetic filament fabric per chapter notes, distinct from flat/plain weaves like sheeting. Exceeds poplin exclusions due to weight and construction.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Provide weave diagram showing ripstop pattern to confirm 'other woven' status
• Ensure dyeing is even; variegated colors may qualify for 5407.43
• Watch for retail sets (e.g
• with hardware); may classify as articles in chapter 63