Marine Grade PVC Laminated Polyester Tarp

UV and mildew-resistant polyester fabric laminated with heavy PVC (>60% weight) for boat covers and marine applications. HTS 5903.10.15.00 applies to this note 9 section XI fabric visibly laminated with PVC per chapter definition.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

5604Lower: 15% vs 17.5%

If made from rubber/plastic sheathed strip/yarn

Heading 5903(b) excludes fabrics from 5604; construction from sheathed yarns changes heading.

5907.00.60.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If painted, printed, or impregnated but under 60% plastics

Other textile treatments not meeting 60% plastic threshold use 5907.

5407.61.99Higher: 49.9% vs 17.5%

If invisible PVC impregnation only

Coatings not visible to naked eye remain as standard woven polyester in chapter 54.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide cross-section analysis proving PVC lamination visible and textile not merely reinforcing

• Confirm width and construction match note 9 fabrics to avoid chapter 54 misclassification

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