PVC Coated Polypropylene Safety Fence Fabric from Japan
Polypropylene woven fabric coated with PVC, listed under Note 9 to Section XI, used for construction safety fencing with high tear strength and UV resistance. The visible PVC impregnation qualifies it under HTS 5903.10.18.00 for man-made fiber textiles treated with poly(vinyl chloride).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Include lab tests confirming >50% man-made fiber content and visible PVC coating to support Note 9 classification
• Avoid common error of shipping in rolls narrower than specified; measure and declare width accurately
• Partner with a customs broker familiar with Section XI notes for smooth entry of coated technical textiles