Hospital Grade Bleached Cotton Sheeting 313
A durable bleached cotton sheeting fabric for medical use, woven in a plain weave with 85% or more cotton content. Weighing 170 g/m² with a yarn number of 42, it is designed for high-wear institutional flatwork such as hospital bedding. It qualifies under tariff item 5208.22.00 as a bleached plain weave cotton fabric over 100 g/m².
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is unbleached
Unbleached plain weave cotton fabrics over 100 g/m² fall under this item.
If made up into hospital bed linen
Made-up bed linen of cotton is classified in Chapter 63.
If the fabric is impregnated with pharmaceutical substances for medical use
Textile articles impregnated with pharmaceuticals are classified in Chapter 30.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Medical textiles may be subject to Health Canada regulations if they are marketed as medical devices; confirm if the fabric requires a licence
• Ensure the fabric's weight and cotton content are documented for tariff classification
• If the sheeting is sterilized or treated with antimicrobial agents, classification may change
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