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Heading 5903

Textile fabrics impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, other than those of heading 5902

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Heading 5903 covers textile fabrics that are impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, other than fabrics of heading 5902. It is split first by the plastic used, with separate groups for poly(vinyl chloride), polyurethane and other plastics. Within each group, the line depends on fiber content, note 9 to section XI status, and whether rubber or plastics exceed 70% by weight.

Products in this heading

  • PVC-coated cotton canvas for awnings and bags
  • PVC-coated polyester fabric for tarpaulins
  • Polyurethane-coated nylon fabric for outerwear
  • Polyurethane-coated cotton fabric for jackets
  • Plastic-laminated man-made fiber fabric for upholstery
  • PVC-coated man-made fiber fabric over 70% plastics
  • Plastic-coated fabric of yarns sheathed with PVC
  • Polyurethane-coated wool fabric

How to choose the right subheading

  • Identify the plastic coating or covering: poly(vinyl chloride), polyurethane, or another plastic.
  • Determine the fiber content: cotton, man-made fibers, wool or fine animal hair, or other.
  • Check whether the fabric is specified in note 9 to section XI and whether plastics are over 60% by weight.
  • Check whether rubber or plastics are over 70% by weight.
  • Check whether the fabric is made of yarns sheathed with poly(vinyl chloride) and not otherwise impregnated, coated, covered or laminated.

Often confused with

  • Rubberized textile fabrics

    Heading 5906 covers textile fabrics coated or covered with rubber.

    Heading 5906
  • Tire cord fabric of high tenacity nylon or polyester

    Heading 5902 is specific to tire cord fabric.

    Heading 5902
  • Linoleum and textile-backed floor coverings

    Heading 5904 covers linoleum and floor coverings.

    Heading 5904
  • Buckram and book-cover fabric stiffened with gum or starch

    Heading 5901 covers fabrics coated with gum or amylaceous substances.

    Heading 5901

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for PVC-coated cotton fabric?

The HTS code is 5903.10.10.00, and the general (MFN) rate is 2.7%.

What is the duty on polyurethane-coated man-made fiber fabric?

For polyurethane-coated man-made fiber fabric specified in note 9 to section XI, use 5903.20.18.00 at general (MFN) 8% if it is not over 60% plastics; for other man-made fiber fabric over 70% rubber or plastics, use 5903.20.20.00 at general (MFN) Free.

How do I classify PVC-coated man-made fiber fabric over 70% plastics?

Use 5903.10.20.90 for other PVC-coated man-made fiber fabric over 70% rubber or plastics, with general (MFN) Free. Use 5903.10.20.10 for fabrics of yarns sheathed with poly(vinyl chloride), not otherwise impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, also general (MFN) Free.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.

All lines in heading 5903

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