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U.S. imports of tire cord fabric of high-tenacity nylon or polyamide yarn (HS 590210) totaled $10.5M in April 2026, traded with 19 countries.
Importers of Tire Cord Fabric of High-Tenacity Nylon or Polyamide Yarn paid $1.7M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $10.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Tire Cord Fabric of High-Tenacity Nylon or Polyamide Yarn imports of $10.5M in April 2026 ran 23% above the year-to-date monthly average of $8.5M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataWoven from high-tenacity nylon or other polyamide yarns engineered for strength-to-weight performance, this tire cord fabric is a critical reinforcement component in passenger car, truck, and specialty tire manufacturing. A single 10-digit US tariff line (5902100000) covers the entire heading, so classification disputes typically center on fiber identity — distinguishing polyamide from polyester or viscose rayon cord fabric, which fall under separate headings. Vietnam is the leading supplier to the US market, with Turkey and Taiwan also among the top sources. Tire cord fabric is subject to ongoing scrutiny in trade-remedy proceedings given the concentration of global production capacity in a small number of countries.
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Fiber identification is the key: nylon (polyamide) and polyester yarns have different chemical compositions that can be confirmed through laboratory burn tests, solubility tests, or infrared spectroscopy. Importers should obtain mill certificates or fiber composition test reports from the manufacturer, as misclassification between these two headings can result in different duty rates and potential trade-remedy exposure.
Tire cord fabric from certain origins has been the subject of antidumping and countervailing duty investigations. Importers should check the current scope of any active orders with CBP or the International Trade Commission before shipment, as the applicable measures and covered countries can change. Working with a licensed customs broker familiar with technical textile trade remedies is advisable.
Monthly import values over time
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5902100000 | TIRE CRD FAB OF HGH TNCY YRN, NYLN, OTH POLYMDES | $10.5M | 16.04% | $1.7M |
TIRE CRD FAB OF HGH TNCY YRN, NYLN, OTH POLYMDES
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5902100000 | TIRE CRD FAB OF HGH TNCY YRN, NYLN, OTH POLYMDES | $2.9M |
TIRE CRD FAB OF HGH TNCY YRN, NYLN, OTH POLYMDES
505.0K kg
TEXTILE PRODUCTS ETC FOR TECHNICAL USES NESOI
HS 591190
TEXTILE FABRICS, IMPREGN ETC NESOI, PLASTICS NESOI
HS 590390
TEXTILE FABRICS, IMPREGN ETC NESOI, POLYURETHANE
HS 590320
TIRE CORD FABRIC OF HIGH TENACITY YARN, POLYESTERS
HS 590220
TEXTILE FABRICS, IMPREGNATED ETC NESOI WITH PVC
HS 590310
TEXTILE FABRICS ETC, PAPERMAKING, 650 G/M2 OR MORE
HS 591132
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $6.2M | $694K | -$5.5M |
| North Carolina | $986K | $507K | -$479K |
| Tennessee | $656K | $594K | -$62K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAVANNAH, GA | $8.8M | $992K | -$7.8M |
| LAREDO, TX | $64K | $807K | +$743K |
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $624K | -- | -$624K |