Unbleached Cotton Book Cloth
Stiff unbleached cotton book cloth weighing 165 g/m², with a plain weave and minimal impregnation for bookbinding use. The light impregnation does not alter its essential character as a woven cotton fabric. It is classified under this tariff item as an unbleached woven cotton fabric not exceeding 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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is heavily coated or impregnated for bookbinding
Textile fabrics coated with gum or amylaceous substances for bookbinding are classified in heading 5901.
If the fabric is bleached
Bleached book cloth of similar weight would fall under this alternative.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the impregnation is minimal and does not make the fabric a product of Chapter 39 or 40
• If the coating is significant, classification may shift
• Provide a sample or technical data sheet to CBSA to demonstrate the fabric retains its textile character
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