Certified Hand-Loomed Blue Dyed Cotton Tent Fabric
This is a blue-dyed cotton tent fabric in a plain weave, weighing over 200 g/m² and containing 85% or more cotton. It is certified as hand-loomed by a government agency, confirming its cottage industry production. It is designed for outdoor gear such as tents and falls under tariff item 5209.31.00 as a dyed plain weave cotton fabric.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric has a twill weave with yarns of different colours
Denim or twill fabrics are classified under this subheading, not plain weave.
If the fabric is impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics
Section XI Note 1(h) excludes such fabrics from Chapter 52.
If the fabric is of a weave other than plain weave
Other weaves of dyed cotton over 200 g/m² are classified under this subheading.
Not sure which classification is right?
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
• Keep the government-issued hand-loom certification with your shipping documents, as it may be required by the CBSA to verify the cottage industry claim
• Confirm the fabric's weight and cotton content are clearly stated on the commercial invoice
• If the fabric is treated for water resistance, check if the treatment affects classification under Chapter 52
Related Products under Tariff item 5209.31.00
Black Dyed Broadcloth for Tote Bags
Heavy black dyed cotton broadcloth, weighing 230 g/m² with a 314 thread count, is a durable plain weave fabric suited for tote bags and upholstery. It falls under tariff item 5209.31.00 as a dyed woven fabric of cotton containing 85% or more by weight of cotton and weighing more than 200 g/m².
Black Dyed Cotton Twill Alternative Fabric
This is a black-dyed cotton fabric in a plain weave construction, weighing 280 g/m² and containing 90% cotton. Although marketed as a twill alternative, its weave structure is plain, which aligns with the tariff item's specification for plain weave fabrics. It is suitable for upholstery and other heavy-duty applications.
Burgundy Dyed Heavyweight Cotton Percale
This is a burgundy-dyed percale fabric with a tight plain weave, containing 92% cotton and weighing 215 g/m². Percale is a plain weave construction, making it classifiable under the tariff item for dyed plain weave cotton fabrics over 200 g/m². It is intended for heavy-duty linens.
Burgundy Poplin Fabric for Draperies
Burgundy dyed poplin fabric, weighing 235 g/m² with a 314 thread count, is a heavy plain weave cotton textile intended for custom draperies and curtains. It is classified under tariff item 5209.31.00 as a dyed woven fabric of cotton containing 85% or more by weight of cotton and weighing more than 200 g/m².
Cardinal Red Poplin for Casual Shirts
Cardinal red dyed poplin fabric, weighing 215 g/m² with a 314 thread count, is a plain weave cotton textile used for casual button-down shirts. It is classified under tariff item 5209.31.00 as a dyed woven fabric of cotton containing 85% or more by weight of cotton and weighing more than 200 g/m².
Certified Hand-Loomed Black Dyed Cotton Twill Alternative Plain
This is a black-dyed heavyweight cotton fabric (over 200 g/m²) in a plain weave, containing 85% or more cotton by weight. It is certified as hand-loomed by a government agency, distinguishing it as a cottage industry product. It is suitable for bags or upholstery and falls under tariff item 5209.31.00 as a dyed plain weave cotton fabric.