Heavy PVC Coated Polyester Awning Material

Polyester fabric with thick PVC coating (>70% plastics by weight) for commercial awnings and canopies. Visible plastic layer imparts strength and waterproofing under HTS 5903.90.20.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

5906.99Lower: 13.3% vs 35%

If coated with rubber instead of plastics

Rubberized textiles classify under 5906, separate from plastic-coated 5903.

5407.52Lower: 24.9% vs 35%

If dyed woven polyester with invisible impregnation

No visible coating keeps it in base fabric Chapter 54.

3921.90Lower: 14.8% vs 35%

If sold as rigid plastic panels

Fails flexibility test or fully plastic-dominant moves to Chapter 39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include technical data sheets showing coating visibility and weight composition

For industrial use declarations, confirm not reinforcing for tires (5902)

Package as fabric rolls to avoid parts classification issues

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