Polypropylene Tent for Camping

A lightweight two-person polypropylene tent for backpacking, with waterproof coating and fiberglass poles. It is classified in HTS 6306.90.5000 as a tent made from polypropylene textile material, distinct from cotton tents.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4.5%+10.0%14.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4.5%+10.0%14.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4.5%+10.0%14.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4.5%+10.0%14.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4.5%+10.0%14.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6306.40Lower: 13.7% vs 14.5%

If cotton outer fabric

Cotton tents have their own subheading under 6306.40.

6601.10.00.00Higher: 16.5% vs 14.5%

If marketed primarily as a garden umbrella

Umbrellas and sunshades with pole structures classify in heading 6601.

9506.29.00Higher: 17.5% vs 14.5%

If designed for outdoor games or sports

Specialized tents for sporting activities fall under Chapter 95 articles for sports.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Declare poles separately if detachable; integrated pole tents stay in 6306 but metal parts may incur separate duties

β€’ Test for flammability standards compliance, as camping goods often face US safety import requirements

β€’ Avoid bulk packaging mimicking worn goods to prevent erroneous 6309 classification