PVC Coated Polyester Truck Tarpaulin
Heavy-duty tarpaulin made from man-made polyester fabric coated with poly(vinyl chloride) exceeding 70% by weight of plastics, used for truck covers and cargo protection. The visible PVC coating meets heading 5903 criteria as it can be seen with the naked eye and allows manual bending. Classified under 5903.10.20 due to high plastics content and PVC base.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If textile completely embedded in plastics
Products where fabric is fully embedded or coated on both sides visible to naked eye classify under Chapter 39 plastics.
If PVC coating not visible to naked eye
Uncoated or invisibly coated man-made fiber woven fabrics remain in Chapter 54.
If coated with plastics other than PVC
Same structure but different plastic coating shifts to 'other' subheading within 5903.
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify plastics content exceeds 70% by weight via lab testing for accurate classification under 5903.10.20
• Provide coating visibility documentation; invisible coatings revert to Chapters 50-55
• Ensure invoice specifies PVC as the coating material and man-made fiber base
Related Products under HTS 5903.10.20
Vinyl Laminated Polyester Banner Fabric
Outdoor advertising banner material of polyester fabric laminated with PVC film over 70% plastics by weight, designed for large format printing. The lamination bonds layers per 5903 definition and coating is naked-eye visible. Falls under 5903.10.20 for PVC on man-made fibers with high plastics content.
PVC Coated Nylon Inflatable Boat Fabric
High-tenacity nylon fabric coated with PVC comprising over 70% plastics weight, used for manufacturing inflatable boats and rafts. Visible coating ensures waterproofing and meets 5903 visibility test while passing 7mm bend cylinder requirement. 5903.10.20 applies for PVC/man-made fiber with dominant plastics content.
Vinyl Backed Polyester Tablecloth Material
Polyester textile laminated with PVC backing over 70% plastics by weight, cuttable for protective table covers. Lamination visible in cross-section per chapter note, suitable for 5903. PVC on man-made fibers qualifies for 5903.10.20.
PVC Coated Polyester Awning Fabric
UV-resistant polyester fabric coated with PVC over 70% plastics weight for commercial awnings and canopies. Coating provides waterproofing visible to naked eye, meeting all 5903 criteria excluding Chapter 39/50-55/60 cases. 5903.10.20 for high PVC content on man-made fibers.
Laminated PVC Polyester Rain Poncho Fabric
Breathable polyester laminated with PVC film exceeding 70% plastics for rainwear fabrication. Visible lamination bonds layers, passes bend test for 5903 classification over plain fabrics.
Heavy Duty PVC Coated Polyester Conveyor Belt Cover
Industrial polyester fabric with thick PVC coating >70% plastics for protecting conveyor belts. Meets visibility and flexibility tests for heading 5903.