Heavyweight Variegated Nylon Sailcloth from China
Ripstop-enhanced sailcloth from multi-color polyamide filaments, >170 g/m² for marine applications. Classifies in 5407.43.20.60 due to nylon composition, yarn colors, weight, and exclusion from lighter or specific weave subheadings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46%
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
• Provide weave specs excluding selvage; statistical note (a) requires wholly specified weave
• Avoid cabled yarn use if mimicking heavier exclusions; test for compliance
• Declare as industrial material; retail sails may trigger different apparel-like duties