Rooftop Garden Artificial Turf from Japan
Lightweight tufted polypropylene turf for green roofs and rooftop gardens, with perforated man-made backing for drainage. Classified in HTS 5703.31.00 for tufted man-made textile turf functioning as a floor covering, even for elevated surfaces. Mimics grass while reducing maintenance.
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
• Highlight UV stabilization and fire ratings in documentation for rooftop use to support classification
• Separate drainage layers if present, as they may be underlays excluded from this chapter
• Use HTS advisory rulings for custom rooftop designs to confirm turf vs. roofing material status