Polyester Book Cover Fabric from China
This man-made fiber textile fabric is coated with gum or amylaceous substances to provide stiffness and durability for use as outer covers on books and similar printed materials. It falls under HTS 5901.10.10.00 due to its specific coating and intended application for bookbinding. The coating ensures it can withstand handling without fraying.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the coating is visible and consists of gum or starch-based substances per chapter notes to avoid reclassification
• Provide documentation proving end-use for book covers, as general coated fabrics may fall elsewhere
• Check fiber content labels to confirm over 50% man-made fibers like polyester or nylon