Marine Grade Textured Polyester Fabric
This is a bleached, heavy marine canvas fabric made from 85% or more textured polyester filaments, weighing over 170 g/m², intended for use in boat covers. Its bleached state and heavyweight construction provide durability and resistance to marine conditions. It is classified under tariff item 5407.51.00 as a bleached woven fabric of textured polyester filaments meeting the weight and composition criteria.
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 |
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 5407510000; Equal To 5407510000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is dyed
Dyed marine canvas fabrics of textured polyester filaments are classified under a separate tariff item.
If the fabric is printed
Printed woven fabrics of textured polyester filaments fall under a different item in heading 54.07.
If the fabric is made up into boat covers
Made-up textile articles such as boat covers are classified in Chapter 63.
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
• Ensure the fabric is bleached and not dyed or printed, as this affects classification under 5407.51.00
• Have documentation showing the fabric's weight and fibre composition ready for CBSA inspection
• If the fabric is cut to size or has finished edges, it may be considered 'made up' and classified elsewhere
Related Products under Tariff item 5407.51.00
Bleached Polyester Printcloth Alternative Flat Fabric
This is a bleached flat fabric resembling printcloth but exceeding statistical note limits for average yarn number, made of 92% textured polyester at 155 g/m². It is used in packaging and lightweight bags, and falls under the unbleached or bleached category.
Bleached Polyester Square Construction Sheeting 619
This is a bleached sheeting fabric with square construction, made of 89% textured polyester at 152 g/m², with over 33 threads per centimetre. It is used for bedding and apparel interfaces, and meets the definition of bleached woven fabric.
Bleached Textured Polyester Broadcloth
This is a bleached plain weave fabric made from more than 85% textured polyester filaments, with a non-square construction suitable for blouses and scarves. It has been processed to a white finish, meeting the definition of bleached woven fabric under the section notes.
Bleached Textured Polyester Curtain Voile Fabric
This is a lightweight bleached sheer woven fabric made from 85% or more textured polyester filaments, in a plain weave voile style for curtains and draperies. It provides a soft texture and light diffusion, with a white base suitable for further printing.
Bleached Textured Polyester Drill Fabric
Bleached twill weave fabric weighing more than 170 g/m², composed of 85% or more textured polyester filaments. This fabric is ideal for workwear reinforcements and falls under tariff item 5407.51.00 as a bleached woven fabric containing 85% or more textured polyester filaments, classified as 'other' for heavy fabrics.
Bleached Textured Polyester Medical Gown Fabric
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