High-Tensile PVC Coated Nylon Cargo Net Fabric from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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