Rubberized Nylon Ripstop Fabric from Japan
This nylon ripstop textile fabric is impregnated with rubber to provide waterproofing and durability, weighing under 1,500 g/m² with more than 50% textile content. It falls under HTS 5906.99.30.00 as a rubberized textile fabric other than those of heading 5902, suitable for outdoor gear. The rubber coating is visible and enhances its weather-resistant properties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify rubber content and weight per m² via lab testing to confirm >50% textile and <1,500 g/m² for 5906 classification
• Provide mill test certificates documenting impregnation process to avoid misclassification as plain textiles in chapters 54-55
• Ensure invoices specify 'rubberized' and visible coating to prevent CBP reclassification to chapter 40 rubber products