Heavy Cotton Chambray Work Fabric
Heavy chambray-style plain weave fabric with over 85% cotton content, weighing more than 200 g/m², and made with yarns of different colours. Not napped, it is designed for durable work aprons. Classified under 5209.41.00 as a woven cotton fabric of plain weave with yarns of different colours, meeting the weight and cotton content thresholds.
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 is a 3-thread or 4-thread twill, warp-faced, with warp yarns of one colour and weft yarns unbleached or lighter shade
Such twill fabrics are classified as denim under subheading 5209.42.
If the fabric has a weave other than plain weave, such as twill or satin
Other weaves of yarns of different colours fall under subheading 5209.49.
If the cotton content is less than 85% by weight
Fabrics with less than 85% cotton are classified in heading 5211.
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
• Confirm the fabric is not napped and that the yarns are of different colours, as chambray typically has coloured warp and white weft
• Keep records of the fabric's weight and cotton composition for CBSA verification
• If the fabric is treated with a dressing, ensure it does not alter the classification
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