Polyester High Tenacity Sailcloth Yarn Impregnated with Wax from Japan
High tenacity polyester yarn impregnated with paraffin wax for sailcloth weaving, providing water repellency. HTS 5604.90.20.00 as coated polyester; wax impregnation visible, excluding Chapter 54 per notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Wax impregnation must be documented as visible; melting tests may be requested
• High tenacity specs mandatory; general polyester yarn duties higher
• Avoid declaring as fabric; yarn form keeps it in 5604