Industrial Hose Reinforcement Viscose Fabric

Woven fabric utilizing high tenacity viscose rayon yarn for reinforcing rubber hoses in industrial applications like hydraulic systems. It qualifies for HTS 5408.10.00.00 as a woven fabric derived from high tenacity viscose rayon, per chapter 54 provisions excluding only tow materials. The high tenacity ensures resistance to pressure and abrasion.

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.

5911.90.00Lower: 38.8% vs 49.9%

If specifically for rubber hose reinforcement

Textile fabrics designed for reinforcement of rubber articles like hoses are under heading 5911, not general chapter 54.

5407.69.20Same rate: 49.9%

If yarn is not certified as high tenacity

High tenacity is a specific requirement for 5408; standard viscose rayon woven fabrics go to 5407.

5604.90.20.00Lower: 43.8% vs 49.9%

If presented as narrow woven fabric under 30 cm width

Narrow woven fabrics of artificial filaments are classified in heading 5604 regardless of yarn tenacity.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document end-use as hose reinforcement but classify primarily on yarn type; avoid bundling with rubber components to prevent set classification; test for compliance with flat fabric definition if applicable

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