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Plastic Coated Aramid Fabric from Japan

Aramid fiber fabric (man-made) coated with plastic for protective gear, listed under note 9 section XI. 5903.90.18.00 for impregnated/coated textiles with visible plastic layer. High-strength for ballistic and fire-resistant applications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Special documentation for aramid (Kevlar-type) with coating specs

• End-use declaration prevents misclass to apparel chapters