HT Nylon 1400 Denier Tire Cord Fabric from Japan
High tenacity nylon fabric with 1400 denier yarn, dip-finished for RFL (resorcinol formaldehyde latex) adhesion in passenger car tire carcasses. Falls under HTS 5902.10.00.00 as nylon polyamide tire cord fabric of specified high strength characteristics. Provides dimensional stability under high-speed conditions.
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
• Customs requires proof of minimum tenacity (7+ g/denier) via lab test reports
• Declare as 'tire cord only' - multi-use claims risk Chapter 54 classification
• Ensure no visible plastic coating to avoid 5903 reclassification