Heavyweight Cotton Checkered Upholstery Fabric
Cotton fabric with at least 85% cotton by weight, over 200 g/m², woven with different colored yarns forming checkered patterns for furniture upholstery. It is classified as 'other fabrics' under tariff item 5209.49.00, not meeting denim specifications.
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 printed rather than woven with yarns of different colors.
Printed fabrics are classified under a separate subheading.
If the fabric meets the denim definition.
Denim is classified under a separate subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the checkered pattern is achieved through yarn colors, not printing
• Provide weight and cotton content documentation to the CBSA
• Confirm the fabric is not denim by verifying the weave structure
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