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Polyurethane Coated Nylon Packcloth Fabric from Japan

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.

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

• 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

Polyurethane Coated Nylon Packcloth Fabric from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5903.90.18.00