Bleached Polyester Sailcloth

Bleached high-strength polyester filament fabric weighing 195 g/m² for sail reinforcement. HTS 5407.69.10.60 due to bleached status, weight, and polyester dominance, not sheeting.

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%

Alternative Classifications

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

5402.33Lower: 18% vs 49.9%

If from heading 5404 tow materials

Explicit chapter note routes 5404-derived to 5402, bypassing 5407.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Strength test reports for industrial claims; avoid filament tow confusion per chapter note

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