Heavy Bleached Cotton-Wool Suiting Fabric
A bleached suiting fabric weighing over 200 g/m², made of 64% cotton and 36% fine animal hair (cashmere blend), not combed. It falls under tariff item 5212.22.00 as an other woven cotton fabric, bleached and heavy, with the cotton base determining classification despite the significant animal hair content.
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 fine animal hair content exceeds the cotton content
Woven fabrics of carded fine animal hair mixed mainly with cotton would be classified here.
If the fabric is printed instead of bleached
Printed other woven cotton fabrics over 200 g/m² fall under this alternative.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that cotton is the predominant textile material by weight to maintain classification under this item
• Provide the CBSA with a detailed fibre composition breakdown and weight per square metre
• Consider whether the cashmere content triggers any additional labelling requirements under Canadian textile regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 5212.22.00
Bleached Cashmere-Cotton Poplin Fabric
A bleached poplin fabric weighing over 200 g/m², with 36% cashmere and 64% cotton, not combed. It is a woven cotton fabric, bleached, and classified under this tariff item as 'other woven fabrics of cotton'.
Bleached Combed Cotton-Merino Wool Serge
A bleached serge weave fabric weighing 240 g/m², containing 42% merino wool and 58% combed cotton. It falls under tariff item 5212.22.00 as an other woven cotton fabric, bleached and heavy, with the combed cotton base and bleaching process defining its classification.
Bleached Combed Cotton-Wool Denim Alternative
A warp-faced twill fabric weighing 250 g/m², composed of 62% combed cotton and 38% wool, bleached but not true denim per Chapter 52 Note 1. It is classified under tariff item 5212.22.00 as an other woven cotton fabric, bleached and heavy, distinct from denim due to its bleaching.
Bleached Cotton-Alpaca Hair Drapery Fabric
A bleached drapery fabric weighing 215 g/m², composed of 52% cotton and 48% alpaca fine hair. It is a woven fabric of cotton, bleached, weighing over 200 g/m², and is classified under this tariff item as 'other woven fabrics of cotton'.
Bleached Cotton Awning Fabric
A sturdy bleached woven cotton fabric weighing over 200 g/m², used for awnings and outdoor shades. It is classified under tariff item 5212.22.00 as an other woven cotton fabric, bleached and heavy, not fitting satin, twill, or denim specifications.
Bleached Cotton Bag Fabric
A bleached woven cotton fabric weighing over 200 g/m², used for tote and duffel bags. It falls under tariff item 5212.22.00 as an other woven cotton fabric, bleached and heavy, with high GSM ensuring durability for accessories.