Coated Nonwoven Interlining Fabric
A heavy nonwoven interlining made from polyester filaments, weighing over 150 g/m², coated with resin other than plastics for garment structure. It is classified under tariff item 5603.14.00 as a nonwoven of man-made filaments, as the coating is not plastics or rubber.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the resin coating is actually polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
Textile fabrics impregnated or coated with PVC fall under heading 59.03.
If the weight is 150 g/m² or less
Nonwovens of man-made filaments weighing 150 g/m² or less are classified under tariff item 5603.13.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the resin coating is not a plastic or rubber material, as that would reclassify the product to Chapter 39 or 40
• Provide CBSA with the product's weight and the type of resin used
• If the interlining is cut to shape for garments, consider whether it is 'made up' under Section XI Note 7
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