Ikat-Style Cotton-Polyester Woven
This woven fabric achieves an ikat effect through the use of differently coloured yarns, blending cotton with polyester staple fibres. The polyester content is less than 85% by weight, and cotton predominates, qualifying it under this tariff item for woven fabrics of yarns of different colours.
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 ikat design is printed rather than woven
Printed woven fabrics of this composition are classified under a different item.
If the fabric is unbleached or bleached
Unbleached or bleached woven fabrics of this composition fall under a separate tariff item.
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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 polyester staple fibre content is below 85% and cotton is the predominant fibre
• The ikat effect must be created by yarn colour variation, not printing, to qualify
• Provide a technical description of the weaving process to CBSA
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