Cotton-Polyester Sateen Upholstery Fabric
A durable, dyed sateen weave fabric weighing over 200 g/m², blending less than 85% cotton with polyester for furniture upholstery. Its lustrous surface and heavy weight provide abrasion resistance suitable for sofas and chairs. This fabric 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 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 upholstery 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.
If the cotton content is minimal and polyester dominates
Fabrics with a negligible cotton content may be classified as man-made filament woven fabrics.
If the upholstery 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
• Confirm the fabric's cotton content is below 85% and that polyester is the predominant man-made fibre
• The CBSA may require a sample or technical data sheet to verify the sateen weave and weight
• Ensure the fabric is uniformly dyed and not printed, as this affects classification
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