Wax-Coated Cotton Canvas Tarp from Japan
Heavyweight cotton canvas fabric impregnated with paraffin wax for water repellency, used in tarpaulins and outdoor covers. The wax coating is visible and alters the fabric's surface properties without qualifying as rubberized. Falls under HTS 5907.00.80.90 as other coated textile fabrics.
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
• Include chemical analysis showing wax content and application method to confirm 'impregnated' status under heading 5907
• Label fiber content accurately; cotton base must predominate for chapter 59 applicability
• Avoid misclassification as chapter 52 cotton if wax is considered mere finishing; demonstrate functional coating effect