PU Laminated Polyester Fabric for Apparel from Japan
This is a polyester woven fabric laminated with polyurethane plastic film, visible to the naked eye, used for waterproof jackets and rainwear. It falls under HTS 5907.00.35.00 as a laminated textile fabric per chapter note definitions, distinct from plain polyester in chapters 54-55 or fully embedded products in chapter 39.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify lamination visibility with naked eye and document weight per m² to confirm not excluded under 5903 note exceptions
• Provide lab tests showing plastic layer not fully embedding textile to avoid reclassification to chapter 39
• Label fiber content accurately, disclosing plastic lamination percentage for CBP scrutiny