Polyester High Tenacity Tire Cord Fabric 1200D/2
This is a woven tire cord fabric made from high tenacity polyester yarn, specifically designed for use in radial tire reinforcement. It falls under HTS 5902.20.00.00 as it is tire cord fabric of high tenacity yarn of polyesters, meeting the strength and construction requirements for tire carcasses. The fabric's open weave and twist configuration provide optimal adhesion to rubber compounds.
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 not specifically constructed as tire cord
General high tenacity polyester filament yarn fabrics fall under Chapter 54 woven fabrics, lacking the specific tire reinforcement weave and twist
If made from nylon or polyamide yarns
Tire cord fabric of nylon or other polyamides uses heading 5902.10 instead of 5902.20 based on yarn polymer type
If when used in transmission belts rather than tires
Transmission or conveyor belt fabrics of high tenacity yarn classify under 5910, differentiated by end use from tire cord
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify yarn denier and tenacity specifications meet high tenacity criteria (>7 g/denier); provide mill test certificates confirming polyester composition and tire cord construction
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as general polyester woven fabric without tire-specific documentation
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