Polyurethane Coated Nylon Packcloth Fabric

This lightweight nylon fabric (man-made fibers) is coated with polyurethane plastic, visible to the naked eye, used for backpacks and outdoor gear. It qualifies under HTS 5903.90.18.00 as a textile fabric of man-made fibers impregnated or coated with plastics, certified under note 9 to section XI for specific performance textiles. The coating enhances water resistance without embedding the fabric completely.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 43%

If coating not visible to naked eye

Uncoated or invisible coating woven fabrics of synthetic filaments fall under chapter 54 headings.

3921.90.11.00Lower: 39.2% vs 43%

If fabric fully embedded in plastic

Products where textile is completely covered on both sides or embedded shift to chapter 39 plastics.

5906.99Lower: 13.3% vs 43%

If coated with rubber instead of plastic

Rubberized textile fabrics transfer to heading 5906, regardless of visibility if meeting weight criteria.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the plastic coating is visible to the naked eye and document weight per m² to distinguish from chapters 50-55 or 39

Obtain note 9 to section XI certification from manufacturer for fabrics specified in performance categories like packcloth

Label fiber content accurately as man-made (nylon) predominant; avoid misclassification as uncoated ripstop

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Silicone Coated Fiberglass Cloth

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