Rubberized Cotton Awning Fabric from China
Heavy cotton canvas rubberized for outdoor awnings and canopies, resistant to UV and moisture. Classified HTS 5906.99.1000 as rubberized cotton fabric other than heading 5902, with visible coating under 1,500 g/m². Enhances longevity for architectural shading.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Colorfastness tests prevent disputes over rubber degradation claims
• Specify 'not for tire use' in docs to affirm 5906 over 5902
• Fire retardancy certs required for commercial awning applications