PVC Coated Polyester Banner Fabric
This is a durable polyester textile fabric coated with poly(vinyl chloride) on one side, certified under Note 9 to Section XI for high-visibility applications. The PVC coating is visible to the naked eye and provides weather resistance, qualifying it for HTS 5903.10.18.00 as a man-made fiber fabric impregnated or coated with PVC, not excluded by chapter notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 14.1% | +35.0% | 49.1% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 14.1% | +10.0% | 24.1% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 14.1% | +10.0% | 24.1% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 14.1% | +10.0% | 24.1% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 14.1% | +10.0% | 24.1% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not specified in Note 9 to Section XI
Fabrics of man-made fibers with PVC coating fall here if they don't meet Note 9 criteria, remaining in the same subheading structure.
If coating invisible to naked eye
Per chapter note exclusions, uncoated or invisibly coated woven polyester fabrics classify under Chapter 54 as man-made fiber textiles.
If textile fully embedded in PVC
Chapter notes exclude products where fabric is completely embedded or both sides coated with plastics visible to the eye, moving to Chapter 39 plastics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the fabric is listed in Note 9 to Section XI and provide certification documentation to CBP upon entry
• Ensure the PVC coating is visible to the naked eye and document weight per square meter to avoid reclassification to Chapter 39
• Label fiber content accurately as man-made (e.g
• polyester) exceeding 70% for Note 9 eligibility; common pitfall is misstating composition
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PVC Coated Polypropylene Safety Fence Fabric
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Vinyl Laminated Nylon Truck Cover Material
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PVC Impregnated Polyester Filter Media
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Vinyl Coated Aramid Reinforcement Fabric
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PVC Laminated Polyester Table Cover Roll
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