PVC Coated Polyester Tarp from Japan
A heavy-duty tarpaulin made from man-made polyester fabric coated with PVC, exceeding 70% by weight of plastics. The visible plastic coating provides waterproofing and durability, classifying it under HTS 5903.90.20.00 as a textile fabric impregnated or coated with plastics from man-made fibers.
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 exceeds 70% by weight via lab testing for accurate classification
• Provide detailed material composition certificates to avoid reclassification to Chapter 39 for plastic-dominated products
• Ensure invoice specifies 'coated textile fabric' not 'plastic sheet' to prevent customs disputes