Nylon Mainsail for Sailboats from China
A large triangular sail made from durable ripstop nylon synthetic fibers, used as the primary sail on sailboats to catch wind for propulsion. It falls under HTS 6306.30.00.10 as a sail for boats constructed entirely from synthetic fibers like nylon, designed for marine use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify synthetic fiber content exceeds 85% to qualify under 6306.30; provide lab test reports if challenged
• Include detailed specs on UV resistance and tear strength in documentation to prove marine sail functionality
• Avoid misclassification as general canvas by emphasizing boat-specific design; common pitfall is undervaluation