Greige Polyester Tire Ply Cord Fabric
Undyed (greige) woven fabric from high tenacity polyester yarn specifically for tire body ply construction in passenger and light truck tires. Classified under HTS 5902.20.00.00 as tire cord fabric of polyesters before any dyeing or finishing operations. Standard construction provides uniform calendering for rubber stock integration.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.8% | +35.0% | 40.8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.8% | +10.0% | 15.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 5.8% | +10.0% | 15.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.8% | +10.0% | 15.8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.8% | +10.0% | 15.8% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cotton content exceeds polyester
Material composition determines chapter; cotton predominant fabrics use Chapter 52
If knitted construction instead of woven
Knitted or crocheted fabrics of Chapters 60 don't qualify as 'textile fabrics' for 5902 tire cord
If plastic impregnated for specific protection
Visible plastic impregnation/coating shifts to 5903 per chapter notes
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Greige fabric maintains 5902 classification even if customer dyes post-import; document original tire cord specs
• Pitfall: classifying dyed versions under apparel fabric headings
• Use specific 'tire cord fabric' description on commercial invoice
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