Multi-Color Poly-Cotton Tote Fabric
A 215 g/m² not napped plain weave fabric with 70% cotton and 30% polyester, using different coloured yarns for a vibrant pattern. It is intended for tote bags. This falls under tariff item 5211.41.00 as a woven cotton fabric with less than 85% cotton, mixed mainly with man-made fibres, weighing over 200 g/m², of yarns of different colours, in plain weave.
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 has a weave other than plain
Other weaves of yarns of different colours are classified under this residual subheading.
If the pattern is printed rather than woven
Printed woven fabrics of similar composition and weight are classified under this subheading.
If the fabric is imported as made-up tote bags
Made-up bags and similar containers are classified in Chapter 42.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fabric's weight is accurately declared, as it must exceed 200 g/m² to fall under this tariff item
• The vibrant pattern must result from yarns of different colours, not from printing or dyeing
• If the fabric is imported as cut pieces for totes, it may be considered 'made up' and fall under a different chapter
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