PVC Sheathed Aramid Safety Belt Fabric from Japan
Woven aramid (Kevlar-like) yarns sheathed with PVC for industrial safety belts and harnesses. HTS 5903.10.20.10 for man-made fibers sheathed >70% plastics, no other treatments. Boosts flame and cut resistance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include safety standard certs (e.g
• ANSI); prove aramid content
• Pitfall: high-value misvaluation scrutiny
• Request binding ruling for harness sets