Polyurethane Coated Nylon Ripstop Fabric from Canada

This lightweight nylon ripstop fabric is coated with polyurethane on one side to provide water resistance while maintaining breathability, visible to the naked eye. It falls under HTS 5903.20.30.90 as a textile fabric (from chapter 54) impregnated or coated with polyurethane plastic, not excluded by chapter notes such as invisible coating or full embedding. Commonly used in outdoor gear like tents and backpacks.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

12.7%

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

Verify the polyurethane coating is visible to the naked eye and document weight per m² to distinguish from uncoated fabrics in chapters 54-55

Provide lab tests confirming polyurethane composition and textile base to avoid reclassification to chapter 39 plastics

Label fiber content accurately, as blends over certain plastic thresholds may shift to heading 5903 exclusions