Cotton-Lycra Striped Poplin
A stretch poplin fabric composed of 79% cotton and 21% lycra (elastomeric yarn), woven in a plain weave with striped yarns of different colours. Weighing 175 g/m², it is classified under tariff item 5210.41.00 as a cotton fabric with less than 85% cotton, mixed mainly with man-made fibres, and not exceeding 200 g/m².
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 contains 85% or more cotton and is dyed
Fabrics with higher cotton content and dyed are classified under heading 52.09.
If the fabric weighs more than 200 g/m² and has yarns of different colours
Heavier cotton fabrics with less than 85% cotton are classified under subheading 5211.41.00.
If the fabric is impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics
Textile fabrics treated with plastics are classified in Chapter 59.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Note that elastomeric yarn is considered a man-made fibre for classification purposes; ensure the cotton content is below 85% and the weight does not exceed 200 g/m²
• The CBSA may require a sample for testing to confirm the elastomeric yarn content
• If the fabric is imported for use in garments, verify that it complies with Canadian textile labelling regulations
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