Polyurethane Coated Nylon Packcloth Fabric from Japan
This lightweight nylon fabric (90 gsm) is coated with polyurethane on one side, resulting in over 60% plastic by weight, used for backpacks and outdoor gear. It falls under HTS 5903.20.15.00 as a man-made fiber textile fabric with visible PU coating meeting note 9 to section XI for specified performance fabrics. The coating is clearly visible to the naked eye and exceeds the plastic weight threshold.
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
• Verify plastic content exceeds 60% via lab testing for accurate classification; ensure coating visibility test per chapter notes
• Obtain supplier specs confirming note 9 section XI applicability to avoid reclassification