Dyed Polyester Ripstop Fabric from China
Reinforced dyed ripstop nylon-polyester blend (85%+ polyester filaments) for tents, flags, and sportswear. Under HTS 5407.69.20 as other dyed woven polyester fabrics; ripstop grid weave prevents tears. Common in outdoor gear applications.
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
• Confirm polyester dominance via fiber analysis; ripstop often blends but must exceed 85% threshold
• Document tear strength tests if marketed as technical textile to support valuation
• Separate from hardware like tent poles; sets classify under assembled article rules