PVC Coated Polyester Truck Tarpaulin
A heavy-duty polyester fabric coated with poly(vinyl chloride) on one side, used for truck covers and industrial tarps. The PVC coating is visible to the naked eye and provides waterproofing and durability, meeting the criteria for heading 5903 as a textile fabric impregnated or coated with plastics other than those excluded.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2.7% | +35.0% | 37.7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2.7% | +10.0% | 12.7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the textile is merely reinforcing and PVC dominates
Products where textile fabric is present only for reinforcement and fully embedded in plastics fall under chapter 39 as plastic sheets.
If coating not visible to naked eye
Fabrics where impregnation or coating cannot be seen with the naked eye remain classified in chapters 50-55 as unwoven synthetic fabrics.
If coated with different plastic like polyurethane
Changes to non-PVC plastics shift classification within 5903 to the 'other' subheading for alternative plastic materials.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the PVC coating is visible to the naked eye and not completely embedding the fabric to avoid reclassification under chapter 39
• Provide lab test reports confirming PVC composition and weight per square meter to support 5903 classification
• Ensure invoice descriptions specify 'PVC coated textile fabric' rather than generic 'plastic sheet' to prevent customs disputes
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