Dipped Polyester Tire Cord Fabric

Polyester high tenacity tire cord fabric that has been dipped in adhesive for better rubber bonding, used in radial tire construction. Classified in HTS 5902.90.00.00 as other polyester tire cord, prepped specifically for tire manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5906.91Lower: 12.7% vs 35%

If rubber content exceeds 50% by weight

Rubber-impregnated fabrics over 1,500 g/m² classify in 5906 if textile dominant.

5402.52Lower: 18.8% vs 35%

If undyed and undipped base fabric

Pre-treatment polyester woven fabrics remain in Chapter 54.

5907.00.60.00Same rate: 35%

If impregnated for industrial belting

Non-tire specific impregnated fabrics go to 5907.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document dipping process details to prove it doesn't constitute rubber impregnation under 5906 notes

• Use precise invoices stating 'dipped tire cord' to aid CBP review

• Pitfall: over-declaring weight including adhesive

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