Polyurethane Coated Nylon Packcloth Fabric
This lightweight nylon fabric is coated with polyurethane on one side to provide waterproofing and abrasion resistance, commonly used for backpacks and outdoor gear. It falls under HTS 5903.20.25.00 as a man-made fiber textile fabric visibly coated with polyurethane plastics, meeting the chapter's criteria for visible coating detectable by naked eye.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7.5% | +35.0% | 42.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coating not visible to naked eye
Fabrics with non-visible impregnation or coating remain classified under woven man-made fiber fabrics in Chapter 54.
If fabric completely embedded in plastics
Products where textile is fully embedded or coated on both sides shift to plastics chapter as they no longer qualify as primarily textile.
If coated with rubber instead of polyurethane
Rubberized coatings fall under heading 5906, regardless of visibility if meeting weight and composition thresholds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the polyurethane coating is visible to the naked eye and not merely impregnating the fabric without visible change, to avoid reclassification under Chapters 50-55
• Provide lab test reports confirming man-made fiber composition over 50% and polyurethane as the coating material for customs valuation
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