PVC Yarn Sheath Sailcloth Batten Material

Narrow woven fabric from PVC-sheathed polyester yarns for sail battens and reinforcements. HTS 5903.10.20.10 covers man-made sheathed yarns >70% plastics, otherwise untreated. Supports sail shape under wind stress.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5901.90Lower: 14.1% vs 35%

If gum- or amylose-treated

Tracing cloth heading for stiffened sail materials.

5407Lower: 24.9% vs 35%

If plain polyester without PVC

Base woven if sheathing not qualifying under chapter notes.

5604.10.00Higher: 41.3% vs 35%

If imported as yarn for sailmakers

Rubber/plastics sheathed yarn heading pre-fabrication.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare narrow width accurately; include nautical certs if applicable

Tip: bundle with sails for set classification review

Avoid origin misdeclaration

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