PVC Sheathed Polyester Awning Fabric from Japan
Woven polyester yarns sheathed with PVC for retractable awnings and canopies. HTS 5903.10.20.10 applies to these over 70% plastics sheathed man-made fabrics without extra coatings. Balances lightness and weatherproofing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Demonstrate no visible additional coating via photos/cross-sections
• Tip: use HTS rulings for custom widths
• Pitfall: seasonal duty changes on textiles