Dyed Nylon Parachute Fabric from China
Lightweight, high-tenacity 100% nylon filament woven fabric, ripstop or plain weave, piece-dyed for visibility. Falls under HTS 5407.42.00 as >85% polyamide filaments, dyed woven synthetic fabric, essential for parachutes and kites. Distinguishes from coated versions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
52.4%
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
• Certify tenacity specs if marketed as high-strength to avoid scrutiny under parts headings
• Document dyeing as piece-dyeing post-weaving to differentiate from 5407.43
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics industrial rolls; retail cuts may need set classification review