Polyester Laminated Banner Fabric from Japan
A durable polyester textile fabric laminated with a thin plastic film for outdoor banners and signage, specified in note 9 to section XI as a laminated fabric of man-made fibers. The lamination provides water resistance while maintaining flexibility, distinguishing it from standard woven fabrics in chapters 54-55. This falls under HTS 5907.00.15.00 as 'other' laminated fabrics of man-made fibers not covered elsewhere in heading 5907.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the fabric meets note 9 to section XI criteria for laminated fabrics, providing lab tests showing plastic layer visibility with naked eye
• Include detailed invoices specifying man-made fiber content (e.g
• 100% polyester base) and lamination process to avoid reclassification to chapter 39