Cotton-Spandex Heavy Denim-Style Blend Fabric
A robust 240 g/m² woven fabric blending 75% cotton with 25% spandex, featuring yarns of different colours in a twill weave that does not meet the definition of denim. It falls under tariff item 5211.49.00 as an 'other fabric' of yarns of different colours, containing less than 85% cotton by weight and mixed mainly with man-made fibres, weighing over 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 fabric meets the definition of denim (3-thread or 4-thread twill, warp yarns of one colour, weft yarns unbleached or lighter shade)
Denim fabrics of cotton containing 85% or more by weight are classified under heading 5209, and subheading 5209.42 specifically covers denim.
If the fabric meets the definition of denim but contains less than 85% cotton
This subheading covers denim fabrics of cotton mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibres, weighing more than 200 g/m².
If the fabric is printed rather than woven with yarns of different colours
Printed fabrics of cotton containing less than 85% cotton and weighing over 200 g/m² are classified under subheading 5211.51.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fabric's weight exceeds 200 g/m² and that cotton content is below 85% by weight to qualify for this tariff item
• Verify the spandex is a man-made fibre and that the yarns are of different colours, as unbleached or bleached yarns may change classification
• Keep detailed fibre composition and weight documentation from the supplier for CBSA inspection
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Cotton-Acrylic Heavy Striped Bag Fabric
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Cotton-Lycra Heavy Patterned Activewear Fabric
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