PVC Coated Polyester Banner Fabric from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
24.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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