PU Laminated Ripstop Nylon Taffeta

Ripstop nylon taffeta laminated with polyurethane film, over 65% plastics by weight, certified under note 9 for rainwear and tents. Classified in HTS 5903.20.15.00 due to man-made base fabric, visible lamination bonding layers per chapter definition, and high plastic content.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 35%

If for uncoated or minimally coated versions

Without qualifying visible coating/lamination, it's just woven polyester/nylon fabric under chapter 54.

5903.20.25.00Higher: 42.5% vs 35%

If under 60% plastics by weight

Lower plastic content shifts to subheading 5903.20.25 within same polyurethane/man-made fiber group.

5604Lower: 15% vs 35%

If made from plastic strip/yarn rather than fabric

Fabrics from rubber/plastic strip (heading 5604 base) get separate 5903 treatment.

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

Document lamination process showing plastic sheets bonded to fabric per 5903 note; test weight composition

Watch for customs challenges on ripstop weave classification

Related Products under HTS 5903.20.15.00

Polyurethane Coated Nylon Packcloth Fabric

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.

Polyurethane Coated Polyester Oxford Fabric

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.

Laminated PU Nylon Tricot for Apparel

Nylon tricot fabric laminated with thin PU film, over 62% plastics, note 9 specified for waterproof sportswear linings. Falls under 5903.20.15.00 as man-made fiber textile with bonded plastic layers visible in cross-section.

PU Coated Cordura Ballistic Nylon

1000D Cordura nylon with heavy PU coating (>60% plastics by weight), note 9 fabric for tactical gear and heavy-duty bags. HTS 5903.20.15.00 due to visible coating on man-made woven base, meeting all exclusion criteria.

Polyurethane Backed Polyester TPU Film Laminate

Polyester base laminated with TPU film (>60% plastics), specified note 9 for inflatable products and medical applications. 5903.20.15.00 classification as PU-type coated man-made fabric with bonded layers visible to naked eye.