Flax-Merino Sheeting Bed Linen Fabric
A square-construction sheeting fabric made of 62% flax and 24% merino wool, intended for luxury bed linens. 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.
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 fabric is cut and sewn into finished bed linen.
Finished bed linen is classified in Chapter 63, not as fabric.
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 the fabric's construction (e.g
• thread count) to ensure it does not fall under a specific statistical category
• Provide the CBSA with a fibre analysis certificate to confirm flax and merino percentages
• Ensure the fabric is not 'made up' into finished bed linens, which would move it to Chapter 63
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 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.
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.