Polyvinyl Chloride Coated Cotton Tarp Fabric from Germany
Woven cotton fabric with PVC coating for tarpaulins and truck covers. The coating is clearly visible and flexible, fitting HTS 5903.10.10.00 as cotton textiles coated with PVC, excluding rigid or invisible treatments.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Test for manual bendability at 15-30°C around 7mm cylinder to confirm 5903 applicability
• Avoid bulk packaging that resembles finished tarps, which could classify under 6307 as made-up articles
• Document cotton content via AATCC tests for fiber identification