Industrial Blue Osnaburg Sheeting for Tarps
Industrial blue Osnaburg sheeting is a durable, dyed blue plain-weave fabric weighing over 200 g/m², with less than 85% cotton blended with polyester fibres. Used for manufacturing heavy-duty tarpaulins, it falls under tariff item 5211.31.00 for dyed plain-weave cotton blend fabrics.
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
Cotton-dominant fabrics are classified under heading 52.09.
If the fabric is mixed mainly with synthetic staple fibres
Synthetic staple fibre blends are covered in Chapter 55.
If the fabric is made into tarpaulins
Made-up tarpaulins are classified in Chapter 63.
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
• Verify the fabric's weight exceeds 200 g/m² and that it is dyed a uniform colour
• If the tarpaulins are made up with hemmed edges or grommets, they may be classified as made-up articles in Chapter 63
• Keep fibre blend documentation ready for CBSA verification
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