Polyester Tarpaulin from Japan

A heavy-duty polyester tarpaulin used for covering trucks, boats, and construction sites, featuring reinforced edges and grommets for securing. It falls under HTS 6306.90.5000 as a tarpaulin made from polyester, which is a synthetic textile material other than cotton, classified in the 'other textile materials' subheading.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify the textile composition via lab testing to confirm it's polyester and not cotton, avoiding reclassification to 6306.40

• Include detailed invoices specifying use as tarpaulin, weight per square meter, and UV/waterproof treatments for customs valuation

• Check for anti-dumping duties on Chinese polyester imports and ensure proper marking of country of origin