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Cotton-MMF Sateen Piping Fabric

A narrow, dyed sateen fabric weighing over 200 g/m², made from a blend of less than 85% cotton with man-made fibres. This fabric is specifically used for upholstery piping, offering durability and a smooth finish. It is classified under tariff item 5211.39.00 as a dyed woven fabric of cotton mixed mainly with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200 g/m².

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

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

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5211.49.00Same rate: Free

If the piping fabric is made of yarns of different colours

Woven fabrics of cotton with less than 85% cotton mixed with man-made fibres, over 200 g/m², in yarns of different colours are classified here.

5806.32.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric is narrow woven, less than 30 cm wide, and used for piping

Narrow woven fabrics of man-made fibres, including those with cotton, are classified in this heading.

5211.51.00Same rate: Free

If the piping fabric is printed

Printed woven fabrics of cotton with less than 85% cotton mixed with man-made fibres, over 200 g/m², fall under this heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify that the fabric's width and weight meet the tariff item's specifications, as narrow fabrics may have different classification

• Provide the CBSA with a detailed description of the fabric's end use (piping) and its fibre composition

• Ensure the dyeing process is uniform and documented to support classification as a dyed fabric

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Cotton-MMF Sateen Drape Fabric

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