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Polyester Ripstop Fabric

Ripstop woven fabric with reinforcing threads, ≥85% non-textured polyester for outerwear. 'Other' HTS 5407.61.99, combination weave exclusive per note (a), not sheeting. Lightweight durable.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

5407.61.99.05Flat fabrics (619)
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5407.61.99.10Other (619)
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5407.61.99.15Weighing more than 170 g/m² (620)
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5407.61.99.25Flat fabrics (619)
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5407.61.99.30Other (619)
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5407.61.99.35Weighing more than 170 g/m² (620)
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5407.61.99.45Flat fabrics (619)
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5407.61.99.50Other (619)
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5407.61.99.55Weighing more than 170 g/m² (620)
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5407.61.99.65Flat fabrics (619)
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5407.61.99.70Other (619)
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5407.61.99.75Weighing more than 170 g/m² (620)
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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5407.61Same rate: 49.9%

If unbleached/uncolored

Raw ripstop has specific unbleached codes.

5906.91Lower: 12.7% vs 49.9%

If rubber/PVC coated

Coated ripstop for tents is Chapter 59.

6210.40Lower: 16.2% vs 49.9%

If made into men's overcoats

Garments from fabric class in Chapter 62.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Describe ripstop grid weave for note (a)

• Weight cert <170 g/m² avoids heavy exclusions

• End-use statement for apparel vs technical

Related Products under HTS 5407.61.99

Polyester Poplin Fabric

A plain weave polyester fabric weighing over 170 g/m² with non-textured filaments comprising 85% or more by weight, used for shirts and blouses. It falls under HTS 5407.61.99 as it exceeds poplin definitions in statistical notes (c) due to weight and yarn number specs. Excludes selvages and meets 'other' woven fabric criteria in Chapter 54.

Polyester Sheeting Fabric

Plain weave non-textured polyester fabric >170 g/m², not of square construction or with multiple yarns, used for bedding. Classified in HTS 5407.61.99 as 'other' since it doesn't fully match sheeting specs in statistical note (d)(ii) exclusions. Composed of ≥85% polyester filaments.

Polyester Chiffon Fabric

Lightweight plain weave chiffon made from ≥85% non-textured polyester filaments, used for evening wear linings. HTS 5407.61.99 applies as 'other' woven fabric, not matching printcloth (note e) due to weave or width specs. Excludes heavily twisted yarns per flat fabric definition.

Polyester Taffeta Lining Fabric

Plain weave taffeta fabric from non-textured polyester filaments ≥85%, used for garment linings. Falls under HTS 5407.61.99 as it doesn't meet poplin/broadcloth exclusions in note (c) for yarn counts. High luster, flat construction.

Polyester Twill Upholstery Fabric

Twill weave fabric of ≥85% non-textured polyester filaments, durable for upholstery. HTS 5407.61.99 as 'other' since not plain weave types like poplin or sheeting in notes (c)-(d). Weighs >170 g/m².

Non-Textured Polyester Batiste Fabric

Fine plain weave batiste from ≥85% non-textured polyester filaments, lightweight for blouses. 'Other' under HTS 5407.61.99 as it evades printcloth specs (note e: yarn numbers 43-68 but not square or width-limited). Flat yarns.