Flax Linen-Look Upholstery Fabric
This durable plain weave upholstery fabric is woven from flax bast fibres and styled to resemble traditional linen. It is classified under tariff item 5310.90.00 as an 'other' woven fabric of textile bast fibres, distinct from pure linen fabrics of heading 53.09 because of its blend composition.
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 wholly of flax and bleached or unbleached
Fabrics of pure flax fall under heading 53.09, which covers woven fabrics of flax.
If the fabric is impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics
Section XI Note 1(h) excludes such treated fabrics from Chapter 53, directing them to Chapter 59.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fabric's fibre composition is clearly stated on the commercial invoice, as blends with other bast fibres may affect classification
• Provide a sample or technical datasheet to the CBSA if requested to confirm the weave and fibre content
• Verify whether the fabric is 'made up' within the meaning of Section XI Note 7, as that could shift classification to another chapter
Related Products under Tariff item 5310.90.00
Hemp Canvas Fabric
Heavy-duty plain weave fabric woven from 100% hemp bast fibers, used for tents, sails, and bags. Hemp is a textile bast fiber of heading 53.03, and this fabric is not elsewhere specified, so it falls under tariff item 5310.90.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers.
Jute Blend Wallcovering Fabric
This plain weave wallcovering fabric is made primarily of jute with minor amounts of other bast fibres, presented before any coating or backing is applied. It is classified under tariff item 5310.90.00 as an 'other' woven fabric of jute or other textile bast fibres, since it is not a specialized weave and is not yet a finished wallcovering.
Jute Burlap Fabric
A coarse, plain weave fabric made entirely from jute fibers, typically used for sacking and upholstery. Jute is a textile bast fiber of heading 53.03, and this fabric is not more specifically classified elsewhere, so it falls under tariff item 5310.90.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers.
Jute Hessian Cloth
Coarse open-weave jute fabric known as hessian, used for erosion control and wrapping. This fabric is woven from jute bast fibers of heading 53.03 and is not more specifically classified, so it falls under tariff item 5310.90.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers.
Kenaf Curtain Fabric
Medium-weight plain weave fabric from kenaf bast fibers, designed for lightweight curtains and drapery linings. Kenaf is a textile bast fiber of heading 53.03, and this fabric is not more specifically classified, so it falls under tariff item 5310.90.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers.
Ramie Plain Weave Dress Lining
This lightweight plain weave fabric is woven from ramie bast fibres and intended for use as a dress lining. It is classified under tariff item 5310.90.00 as an 'other' woven fabric of textile bast fibres, as it does not meet the specific weave or finish requirements of other headings in Chapter 53.