Polyester Terry Cloth Fabric
Polyester terry cloth fabric is a weft pile textile with uncut loops on one side, resembling towel material, made from man-made polyester fibres. It is classified under tariff item 5801.33.00 as other weft pile fabrics of man-made fibres, as it is not a terry towelling of heading 58.02. This fabric is used for towels, robes, and other absorbent textile products.
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 fabric is imported as made-up toilet or kitchen linen (e.g., finished towels).
Made-up textile articles are classified in Chapter 63.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish this fabric from terry towelling of heading 58.02, which has specific loop constructions; provide technical specifications to the CBSA
• Ensure the fabric is not made up (e.g
• hemmed or cut to shape), as made-up articles may fall under other headings
• Declare the fibre composition (polyester) and weave type accurately on customs documentation
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