Kenaf-Cotton Polyester Apparel Sheeting
A lightweight sheeting fabric woven from kenaf vegetable bast fibre, cotton, and polyester, meeting the criteria for plain weave, square construction, and weight not exceeding 200 g/m². The kenaf and cotton vegetable fibres predominate by weight, classifying it under tariff item 5311.00.00. Its fine, smooth texture makes it suitable for apparel linings.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cotton content exceeds the kenaf content and the fabric weighs not more than 100 g/m²
Lightweight cotton fabrics are classified in Chapter 52.
If the polyester content exceeds the vegetable fibre content
Woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres are classified in heading 55.14.
If the fabric is coated or laminated with plastics
Coated fabrics are excluded from Chapter 53 by Section XI Note 1(h).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the kenaf and cotton vegetable fibres predominate by weight over polyester
• Maintain records of the fabric's weight and thread count to support the sheeting classification
• If the fabric is imported for use in apparel, ensure it meets Canadian labelling requirements for fibre content
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