Certified Hand-Loomed Cotton Checkered Tablecloth Fabric from Japan
A certified hand-loomed cotton fabric weighing 85 g/m², woven in a plain weave checkered pattern using 100% cotton yarns of different colours. Produced on non-power-driven looms by cottage industry artisans, this fabric meets the definition of a plain weave fabric of yarns of different colours. It is classifiable under tariff item 5208.41.00 because it weighs not more than 100 g/m² and contains 85% or more cotton by weight.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Verify that the hand-loom certification is recognized by the CBSA or covered under a trade agreement to claim any applicable preferential duty rate
• Include the fabric's weight and cotton percentage in the commercial invoice to facilitate customs clearance
• Be prepared to provide proof of the cottage industry production method if requested by the CBSA