TPU Laminated Ripstop Nylon Fabric from Canada
Ripstop nylon (man-made) laminated with thermoplastic polyurethane film for inflatable products and apparel. Falls under 5903.90.18.00 as note 9 section XI specified fabric: coated/laminated with plastics, visible to naked eye, not fractured when bent. Used in performance applications like kites and sails.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include lab test results confirming coating visibility and manual bend test compliance
• Specify end-use in documentation (e.g
• performance textile) to support note 9 classification
• Watch for partial coating designs that might revert to chapter 54 or 55