Polyurethane Laminated Ripstop Nylon from China
Ripstop nylon sheets laminated with PU film for enhanced durability and waterproofing, layers bonded and visible in cross-section. HTS 5903.20.30.90 applies to such polyurethane-laminated man-made fiber fabrics, flexible and textile-dominant. Used in paragliders and kites.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.2%
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
• Provide lamination specs including film thickness to prove textile base over plastic
• Watch for over 1500g/m² weights; may need textile % proof to avoid 5906-like rules
• Use commercial invoices detailing end-use to prevent part/component reclass