Viscose Rayon High Tenacity Tire Cord Fabric from Japan
High strength woven fabric from viscose rayon high tenacity yarn used as reinforcement in tire manufacturing for radial ply construction. Classified under HTS 5408.10.00.00 due to its composition from high tenacity viscose rayon filaments, distinguishing it from standard woven artificial filament fabrics. It provides essential tensile properties for tire durability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain test reports proving high tenacity (typically >7 g/denier) for customs verification; ensure no impregnation that could reclassify under 5902; label as 'tire cord fabric' but classify based on yarn type first