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Durable Cotton-Viscose Heavy Twill Cover Fabric

A dyed 4-thread twill fabric weighing 235 g/m², composed of 84% cotton and 16% viscose, used for equipment covers. It is classified under tariff item 5211.32.00 because it is a woven cotton fabric with less than 85% cotton, mixed mainly with man-made fibres (viscose), weighing over 200 g/m², and dyed.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5211.42.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric meets the denim definition (warp-faced twill with specific yarn colours)

Denim fabrics are classified separately under 5211.42.00.

5211.51.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric is printed rather than dyed

Printed fabrics are classified under a different subheading.

5209.32.00Same rate: Free

If the cotton content is 85% or more

Higher cotton content moves the fabric to heading 52.09.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm that viscose is the only man-made fibre mixed with cotton, as other fibres may change classification

• Document the fabric's weight and twill construction for CBSA inspection

• Ensure the fabric is dyed in the piece, not printed, to stay within this tariff item

Related Products under Tariff item 5211.32.00

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Automotive Seat Cover Napped Twill Fabric

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Contractor-Grade Cotton-Modal Twill Fabric

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