PVC Coated Polyester Truck Cover Fabric
This heavy-duty polyester fabric is coated with over 60% by weight poly(vinyl chloride) to create a waterproof and durable material for truck tarps. It falls under HTS 5903.10.15.00 as a man-made fiber textile fabric from note 9 to section XI, impregnated and coated with PVC exceeding 60% plastic weight, visible to the naked eye.
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 PVC coating not visible to naked eye
Fabrics with invisible impregnation or coating remain classified under woven man-made fiber fabrics in chapter 54.
If textile fully embedded in PVC
Products where fabric is completely embedded or both sides fully coated with plastic move to chapter 39 plastics.
If coated with other plastics, not PVC
Heading 5903.90 covers textile fabrics coated with plastics other than PVC, polyurethane, or rubberized types.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the plastic coating exceeds 60% by weight via lab testing to confirm HTS 5903.10.15.00 classification
• Provide coating specifications and fiber content documentation to avoid reclassification to chapters 50-55
• Ensure the PVC coating is visible to the naked eye; invisible treatments shift to uncoated fabric headings
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Heavy PVC Laminated Nylon Banner Vinyl
Nylon fabric laminated with thick PVC film over 60% by weight, used for outdoor advertising banners and signs. Classified in 5903.10.15.00 for man-made fiber fabrics (note 9, section XI) bonded with PVC layers visible in cross-section, meeting lamination definition.
PVC Coated Polyester Awning Material
Woven polyester base fabric coated with high PVC content (>60% by weight) for weather-resistant awnings and canopies. Meets HTS 5903.10.15.00 criteria for note 9 man-made textiles visibly coated with PVC, excluding invisible treatments or full embeds.
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.
Flame-Retardant PVC Laminated Acrylic Canvas
Acrylic coated fabric laminated with flame-retardant PVC (>60% weight) for stage backdrops and tents. HTS 5903.10.15.00 for note 9 man-made textiles with visible PVC lamination per chapter bonding definition.
Industrial PVC Coated Polyester Conveyor Belt Facing
Polyester fabric coated with durable PVC (>60%) for conveyor belt top surfaces in manufacturing. Falls under 5903.10.15.00 as note 9 man-made fiber textile with visible plastic coating for industrial use.
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.