Waterproof PU Coated Cotton Bag Fabric

Woven cotton fabric with polyurethane coating for durable tote and backpack shells, coating visible for waterproofing. Classified in HTS 5903.20.10.00 as it meets all criteria: cotton base, PU coat visible, bendable, not excluded. Ideal for outdoor gear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+35.0%37.7%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪Germany2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇯🇵Japan2.7%+10.0%12.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

5903.10.10Same rate: 37.7%

If impregnated/coated with plastics other than PU

Heading 5903.10 for non-PU plastic coated cotton, while 5903.20 specific to polyurethane.

4814.90.02.00Lower: 17.5% vs 37.7%

If similar to paper-backed wall covering but textile flock

Flock on paper excludes from 5905, but coated cotton stays 5903 unless matching 4814.

5407.52Lower: 24.9% vs 37.7%

If from MMF yarn strip with PU

5604-type fabrics of MMF with PU to 5903.90, cotton-specific to 5903.20.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify no fracturing in bend test at 15-30°C to confirm 5903 eligibility

Invoice as 'PU coated cotton fabric,' not 'plastic sheet,' to prevent misclassification

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