Polyester Terry-Style Uncut Pile
This is a polyester fabric with an uncut weft pile that mimics the looped structure of terry cloth, used as a pre-form for towels or bathrobes. It is a woven fabric of man-made fibers with uncut loops, which places it under heading 58.01. It is classified under tariff item 5801.31.00 because it is an uncut weft pile fabric of man-made fibers, distinct from true terry fabrics of heading 58.02.
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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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pile loops are cut
Cut weft pile fabrics of man-made fibers are classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the fabric is not true terry towelling, which is classified under heading 58.02, by checking the weave structure and pile formation
• Provide the CBSA with the fabric's width and weight to support classification
• If the fabric is made up (e.g
• hemmed), it may be classified elsewhere
Related Products under Tariff item 5801.31.00
Acrylic Uncut Weft Pile Upholstery Fabric
This is a woven upholstery fabric made from acrylic man-made fibers, featuring an uncut weft pile where the loops remain intact rather than being sheared. It is used in furniture manufacturing as a base material, with the loops later cut to create a textured surface. It falls under tariff item 5801.31.00 because it is a woven pile fabric of man-made fibers with an uncut weft pile, as described in the chapter notes.
Nylon Uncut Loop Pile Fabric
This is a woven nylon fabric with an uncut weft pile, where the loops are left intact for use in upholstery or as a backing for carpets. The man-made fiber composition and the uncut weft pile structure align with the definition of heading 58.01. It is classified under tariff item 5801.31.00 because it is a woven pile fabric of man-made fibers with an uncut weft pile.
Polyester Uncut Weft Pile Fabric
This is a woven fabric made from polyester man-made fibers with an uncut weft pile, featuring loops that have not been cut to form a standing pile. It is used in applications where a looped surface is desired, such as upholstery or industrial textiles. It falls under tariff item 5801.31.00 as an uncut weft pile fabric of man-made fibers, per the chapter notes.
Polypropylene Uncut Weft Pile Fabric
This is a woven polypropylene fabric with an uncut weft pile, designed for industrial coverings or as a pre-processed carpet material. The man-made fiber composition and the uncut weft pile structure align with heading 58.01. It is classified under tariff item 5801.31.00 because it is an uncut weft pile fabric of man-made fibers.
Spandex-Blend Uncut Weft Pile
This is a fabric made from a blend of spandex and other man-made fibers, featuring an uncut weft pile for use in stretch upholstery. The predominant man-made fiber content and the uncut weft pile structure place it under heading 58.01. It is classified under tariff item 5801.31.00 as an uncut weft pile fabric of man-made fibers, with the spandex contributing to its elastic properties.
Viscose Rayon Uncut Pile Fabric
This is a woven fabric made from viscose rayon man-made fibers, featuring uncut weft pile loops for use in apparel linings or drapery bases. The man-made fiber content and the uncut weft pile structure align with heading 58.01. It is classified under tariff item 5801.31.00 as an uncut weft pile fabric of man-made fibers.