HS Code:
The category 'Cut and sewn from pre-existing machine-woven fabric that is impregnated, coated, or covered with plastics or rubber' refers to products made from woven fabrics that have been treated with plastics or rubber to enhance durability, waterproofing, or other functional properties. These fabrics are cut and sewn into finished products such as protective clothing, tarpaulins, tents, and other industrial or consumer goods. This category falls under the Harmonized System (HS) Code 5903 or related codes depending on the specific product and treatment. These products are critical in industries like construction, automotive, and outdoor equipment manufacturing due to their enhanced strength and weather resistance.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $5.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database and International Trade Centre (ITC) Trade Map
$1.8 billion USD
34.6% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$650 million USD
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$520 million USD
10.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$400 million USD
7.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$350 million USD
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
6.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries to protect domestic industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-USMCA or within ASEAN)
Growing demand for sustainable materials
Increased R&D investments in eco-friendly coatings and recyclable fabrics, shifting market preferences toward greener products
2021-2023
Rise in industrial and outdoor applications
Higher demand for durable, weather-resistant materials in construction and adventure sports sectors, boosting trade volumes
2020-2022
Supply chain diversification
Shift of production bases from China to Southeast Asian countries like Vietnam and Bangladesh due to cost advantages and trade tensions
2019-2023
The European Union introduced stricter REACH regulations on chemical compositions in plastic coatings, affecting imports of treated fabrics.
January 2023
Increased compliance costs for exporters to the EU, potential market access barriers for non-compliant manufacturers
Phase One trade agreement between the US and China reduced tariffs on certain coated fabric products, facilitating smoother trade flows.
March 2022
Boosted exports from China to the US, stabilizing prices in the American market
Several major manufacturers in Germany and South Korea unveiled bio-based rubber and plastic coatings for woven fabrics, aligning with sustainability goals.
September 2022
Attracted environmentally conscious buyers, potentially reshaping competitive dynamics in the market