Unbleached Napped Outing Flannel Twill
Outing-weight unbleached cotton twill fabric, napped for coziness, containing more than 85% cotton by weight and weighing more than 200 g/m². The fabric features a 3-thread twill weave and is popular for camping gear and apparel, where its napped surface provides warmth. It is classified under tariff item 5209.12.00 as an unbleached 3-thread or 4-thread twill fabric of cotton.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is not a twill weave
Other unbleached woven cotton fabrics of this weight are classified under this subheading.
If the fabric is denim
Denim fabrics are classified separately under this subheading.
If the fabric is made up into tents
Made-up tents are classified under Chapter 63, not Chapter 52.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fabric is unbleached and that the napped finish is accurately declared for the correct statistical code
• The cotton content must be at least 85% by weight, and the fabric weight must exceed 200 g/m²
• If the fabric is used for camping gear, consider whether it may be classified as a made-up article under Chapter 63 if cut and sewn into tents or sleeping bags
Related Products under Tariff item 5209.12.00
Canvas Twill Unbleached 10 oz Cotton
A 10 oz unbleached canvas twill cotton fabric containing 85% or more cotton by weight and weighing more than 200 g/m². The 3-thread twill weave and unbleached state place it under tariff item 5209.12.00.
Durable Unbleached Twill Cotton Webbing Base
A base fabric for cotton webbing, made of unbleached twill cotton, heavy weight exceeding 200 g/m² with over 85% cotton content. The 3-thread or 4-thread twill construction qualifies it under tariff item 5209.12.00.
Grey Goods 4-Twill Cotton 16 oz
Grey goods 4-twill cotton fabric, unbleached, weighing 16 oz (approx. 453 g/m²) with over 85% cotton. The 4-thread twill weave and unbleached state align with tariff item 5209.12.00.
Heavy Grey 3-Twill Cotton Upholstery Fabric
Unbleached (grey) 3-twill cotton upholstery fabric exceeding 200 g/m² with over 85% cotton content. The twill weave and unprocessed state place it under tariff item 5209.12.00, suitable for furniture covering.
Heavy Napped Unbleached Flannel Twill
Unbleached cotton flannel with a 4-thread twill weave, napped on both sides, containing at least 85% cotton by weight and weighing over 200 g/m². The napped surface provides warmth and softness, making it suitable for shirts, blankets, and linings. It is classified under tariff item 5209.12.00 as an unbleached 3-thread or 4-thread twill fabric of cotton, with the napped finish noted for statistical purposes.
Heavy Unbleached 4-Thread Cross Twill Cotton Duck
A robust unbleached cotton duck fabric in 4-thread cross twill weave, exceeding 85% cotton content and 200 g/m² weight. The cross twill variant is explicitly included in tariff item 5209.12.00.