High-Tensile PVC Coated Nylon Cargo Net Fabric
Nylon fabric (note 9, section XI) coated with abrasion-resistant PVC exceeding 60% by weight for cargo securing nets. Visible PVC coating qualifies under 5903.10.15.00, distinct from uncoated or embedded textiles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing 70%+ cotton blend
Material composition shift to predominant cotton changes from man-made to chapter 53.
If note 9 fabrics 60% or less plastics
Lower plastic content on same construction uses adjacent subheading.
If textile products of heading 5811
Chapter notes exclude 5811 textile products (labels, embroidered motifs) from 5903.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Lab certification of plastic weight percentage is crucial; customs often tests high-value coated goods
• Distinguish from chapter 39 by proving manual bendability around 7mm cylinder without fracture
• For industrial end-use, note commercial vs retail packaging affects potential set classifications
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Heavy PVC Laminated Nylon Banner Vinyl
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PVC Coated Polyester Awning Material
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Flame-Retardant PVC Laminated Acrylic Canvas
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Industrial PVC Coated Polyester Conveyor Belt Facing
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Marine Grade PVC Laminated Polyester Tarp
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