PVC Coated Polyester Banner Fabric from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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