Polyurethane Coated Nylon Tarp from China
A heavy-duty tarp made from man-made nylon fabric coated with polyurethane, exceeding 70% by weight of plastics for waterproofing. It falls under HTS 5903.20.20.00 as a textile fabric of man-made fibers impregnated or coated with polyurethane where plastics dominate the weight. The coating is visible to the naked eye and provides enhanced durability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the weight percentage of plastics exceeds 70% through lab testing to confirm classification under 5903.20.20.00
• Ensure documentation includes coating specifications and fiber content to avoid reclassification to chapters 50-55