Polyamide Turf for Rooftop Gardens from Japan
Lightweight tufted polyamide turf engineered for green roofs, with enhanced UV protection and superior drainage backing. It qualifies under HTS 5703.21.00.90 as other nylon/polyamide turf, where textile materials form the exposed surface per Chapter 57 definition. Intended for non-traditional floor covering uses but retains textile characteristics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'green roof' end-use in commercial invoices but emphasize textile pile exposure to stay in Chapter 57; avoid construction material descriptions
• Provide load-bearing and fire resistance certifications; rooftop applications trigger stricter building code compliance checks at entry