Flax-Cotton Nylon Broadcloth for Curtains
A plain weave broadcloth fabric with 55% flax, 25% cotton, and 20% nylon, used for home decor curtains. It falls under tariff item 5309.29.00 as a woven flax fabric with less than 85% flax, and no more specific subheading covers this blend.
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 flax content is 85% or more.
Higher flax content would classify the fabric under the specific subheading for flax fabrics.
If the nylon content exceeds the flax content by weight.
Section Note 2 requires classification by the predominating textile material, which would be nylon.
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
• Confirm the fabric is not 'made up' into finished curtains, which would classify under Chapter 63
• Provide fibre composition documentation to the CBSA, especially for the nylon content
• If the fabric is coated or laminated, check if it falls under Chapter 59 per Section XI Note 1(h)
Related Products under Tariff item 5309.29.00
Combed Flax-Cotton Polyester Suiting Fabric
A combed plain weave suiting fabric with 65% flax, 20% cotton, and 15% polyester, weighing 220 g/m². It is classified under tariff item 5309.29.00 because it contains less than 85% flax and does not meet the criteria for more specific subheadings, such as those for unbleached or bleached fabrics.
Flax-Cashmere Blend Upholstery Fabric
A durable woven upholstery fabric composed of 75% flax (linen) and 20% cashmere, with the remainder being other fibres. It is classified under tariff item 5309.29.00 because it contains less than 85% flax by weight and is not covered by any more specific subheading, making it an 'other' woven flax fabric.
Flax-Cotton Polyester Blend Poplin Fabric
A woven poplin fabric with 50% flax, 30% cotton, and 20% polyester, meeting the plain weave specifications for poplin. It is classified under tariff item 5309.29.00 because it contains less than 85% flax and does not meet the criteria for more specific subheadings.
Flax-Cotton Polyester Canvas Duck Fabric
A heavy plain weave canvas fabric weighing 250 g/m², composed of 50% flax, 30% cotton, and 20% polyester, used for bags. It falls under tariff item 5309.29.00 as a woven flax fabric with less than 85% flax, and no more specific subheading covers this blend.
Flax-Cotton Rayon Printcloth Fabric
A plain weave printcloth fabric at 150 g/m² with 40% flax, 40% cotton, and 20% rayon, commonly printed for apparel. It is classified under tariff item 5309.29.00 because it contains less than 85% flax and does not meet the criteria for more specific subheadings.
Flax-Lambswool Scarf Lining Fabric
A soft woven blend of 68% flax and 22% lambswool, used as lining fabric for luxury scarves and shawls. It falls under tariff item 5309.29.00 as a woven flax fabric containing less than 85% flax, with no more specific subheading applicable.