Neoprene-Like Knitted Polyester Wetsuit Fabric from Canada
Knitted polyester fabric impregnated with rubber for flexibility and insulation, ideal for wetsuits and dive gear. Classified under HTS 5906.91.30.00 due to its knitted structure and rubberized treatment that is visible and functional for water sports. It weighs under 1,500 g/m² with predominant textile content.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Conduct material composition tests to prove >50% textile if weight exceeds 1,500 g/m², as per heading 5906 notes
• Include knitting machine certifications and rubber coating process details in import docs to distinguish from plain knits
• Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring no complete embedding of fabric, which would reclassify to Chapter 40