PU Laminated Polyester Taffeta Fabric from China
Polyester taffeta fabric laminated with a thin polyurethane film for waterproofing, bonded via heat or adhesive, visible in cross-section. Classified in 5903.20.30.90 for polyurethane-laminated textile fabrics from chapter 54, excluding cases like full plastic embedding. Ideal for rainwear linings and lightweight tents.
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
• Submit cross-section samples or photos proving lamination visibility to confirm 5903 applicability over chapter 39
• Ensure invoice specifies 'PU laminated' and base textile type to prevent misclassification as plastic sheeting
• Check for partial designs from coating; if present, it may revert to base chapter 54 per exclusions