Polyurethane Coated Polyester Oxford Fabric from Japan
Heavy-duty polyester oxford (210D) with PU coating exceeding 60% plastic weight, specified in note 9 for luggage and bags. HTS 5903.20.15.00 applies as coated man-made fiber textile with visible plastic layer, not embedded or invisible.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include mill test reports showing >60% plastics and coating specs; label as note 9 fabric
• Common pitfall: misweighting leads to 5903.20.25 reclassification