TPU Coated Spandex Fabric for Apparel

Polyester-spandex blend fabric coated with thermoplastic polyurethane for water-resistant activewear. Visible TPU coating qualifies under 5903 for coated man-made textiles, other than 5902. Subheading 5903.90.25.00 for general other types.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+35.0%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%+10.0%17.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6004.90.90.00Lower: 42% vs 42.5%

If knitted base fabric

Knitted coated fabrics may fall under chapter 60 if coating invisible, per note (a)(1).

3920.99.20.00Lower: 39.2% vs 42.5%

If sold as finished garment panels

Completed apparel components could be seen as plastic products if coating dominant.

5903.10.20Lower: 35% vs 42.5%

If base of cellulose acetate fibers

Different man-made fiber type changes subheading within 5903.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm spandex <20% doesn't shift material heading; document blends

• Apparel end-use doesn't change fabric classification; declare as greige

• Watch for partial coating designs pushing to chapter 55 per note