Polyurethane Coated Ripstop Nylon for Backpacks from Japan
Ripstop nylon fabric with polyurethane coating for backpack manufacturing, listed under Note 9 to Section XI. It meets HTS 5903.20.18.00 criteria as man-made fiber fabric coated with PU, visible and flexible without fracturing. The ripstop weave prevents tears.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct bend test (7mm cylinder at 15-30°C) to prove flexibility and support 5903 classification
• Declare as 'other' Note 9 fabric; include supplier's technical data sheet with coating specs