PVC Coated Nylon Tarp Material
Nylon woven fabric coated with PVC plastic, designed for heavy-duty tarpaulins and covers. The PVC layer is clearly visible and flexible, qualifying under heading 5903 as coated textile fabric of man-made fibers. Falls in 5903.90.25.00 for other non-5902 types.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7.5% | +37.5% | 45% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7.5% | +10.0% | 17.5% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 7.5% | +60.0% | 67.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coating not visible to naked eye
Invisible coatings per 5903 note (a)(1) keep it as plain woven nylon fabric in chapter 54.
If for industrial reinforcing plates
If used merely for reinforcing cellular plastics, note (a)(5) reclassifies to chapter 39 Biaxially oriented polypropylene sheets.
If specific printed designs from coating
Note (a)(4) excludes partially coated fabrics with designs from coating, returning to chapter 54/55.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Test flexibility around 7mm cylinder per note (a)(2) to confirm not chapter 39 rigid plastics
• Label with exact fiber composition and coating type; mismatches lead to audits
• Avoid bulk packaging misdeclared as unfinished; specify retail-ready rolls
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