PU Laminated Nylon Taffeta Fabric

Nylon taffeta textile fabric laminated with polyurethane film via heat bonding, used for waterproof garments and tents. The lamination bonds layers visibly in cross-section, meeting 5903 definition of laminated textiles without exclusions for embedding or rigidity. Classified in 5903.90.30.90 as other non-knitted, non-specific coated/laminated fabrics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+35.0%37.7%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪Germany2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇯🇵Japan2.7%+10.0%12.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

5407.20.00.00Lower: 35% vs 37.7%

If coating not visible to naked eye

Invisible coatings per note (a)(1) remain in base woven synthetic chapters like 5407.

3920.99Lower: 15.8% vs 37.7%

If rigid, non-bendable around 7mm cylinder

5903 excludes products that fracture when bent, directing to chapter 39 plastic sheets.

5906.99Lower: 13.3% vs 37.7%

If rubberized instead of plastic

Rubber impregnation/coating falls under 5906, not plastics in 5903.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit cross-section samples or photos proving lamination bonding process to customs for 5903 compliance

Label fiber content accurately (e.g

100% nylon face with PU back) and avoid claims of 'waterproof' that imply chapter 39