Painted Canvas Theatrical Backdrop

A large canvas fabric painted with scenic landscapes or architectural elements, impregnated and coated for durability, used as a backdrop in theater productions. It falls under HTS 5907.00.25.00 as painted canvas being theatrical scenery, meeting the criteria for operatic and ballet properties with visible coating.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

5903.90.30Higher: 37.7% vs 35%

If coated or laminated with plastics rather than paint

Plastic-impregnated or laminated textile fabrics shift to heading 5903, excluding those invisible to the naked eye.

5209.59.00Higher: 43.4% vs 35%

If minimally treated and coating not visible to naked eye

Plain woven cotton fabrics without visible impregnation or coating remain in chapter 52 per section XI note 9 exclusions.

5906.99Lower: 13.3% vs 35%

If impregnated, coated, or covered with rubber

Rubberized textile fabrics, even for scenery, classify under 5906 if meeting weight and content criteria in its heading notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the canvas is visibly painted and coated per chapter notes to avoid reclassification to chapters 50-55

Provide certificates confirming use for theatrical scenery to support 5907 classification during customs review

Document weight and composition to distinguish from heavier rubberized fabrics under heading 5906