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Spandex Blend Cut Pile Stretch Fabric

This is an elastic cut warp pile fabric blending polyester and spandex, designed for form-fitting garments such as leggings. The spandex content is typically below 10%, and the stretch is integrated through the warp pile structure, qualifying it as a warp pile fabric of man-made fibres under tariff item 5801.37.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

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5903.20.10Same rate: Free

If the fabric is impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics

Chapter 59 covers textile fabrics impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, which are excluded from Chapter 58.

6004.10.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric is knitted or crocheted rather than woven

Knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn, fall under Chapter 60.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the spandex content is accurately declared, as it affects the fabric's classification and duty rate

• Provide a detailed technical specification sheet to the CBSA if requested, including fibre composition and weight per square metre

• Verify that the fabric is not impregnated or coated, as that would shift classification to Chapter 59

Related Products under Tariff item 5801.37.00

Acrylic Cut Chenille Look Fabric

This is a soft acrylic warp pile fabric mimicking chenille with densely cut pile yarns, used for throws and decorative pillows. It is a cut warp pile fabric of man-made fibers and falls under tariff item 5801.37.00.

Acrylic Cut Warp Pile Automotive Seat Fabric

This is a cut warp pile fabric made from acrylic man-made fibres, engineered for car seat covers with a plush, durable pile surface. The man-made fibre composition and cut warp pile structure qualify it under tariff item 5801.37.00.

Acrylic Epinglé Uncut Fabric for Craft Projects

This is an uncut epinglé warp pile fabric made from acrylic man-made fibers, featuring looped pile that has not been cut. It is used for craft projects and home decor accents, and falls under tariff item 5801.37.00 as a warp pile fabric of man-made fibers.

Automotive Cut Pile Seat Cover Fabric

This is a high-weight cut warp pile fabric made from a polyester-nylon blend, exceeding 271 g/m², designed for car seat covers. The heavy weight and cut pile construction provide comfort and wear resistance, and the man-made fibre composition qualifies it under tariff item 5801.37.00.

Contract Grade Polyester Plush Pile Fabric

This is a commercial-grade cut warp pile polyester fabric exceeding 271 g/m², designed for hotel furnishings such as lobbies. The plush pile and heavy weight offer durability in high-traffic areas, and the man-made fibre composition places it under tariff item 5801.37.00.

Cut Corduroy Fabric 14 Wale

This is a warp pile fabric made from man-made fibers like polyester, featuring cut pile in a 14 wale per inch corduroy pattern, used for apparel and upholstery. It falls under tariff item 5801.37.00 as a cut warp pile fabric of man-made fibers.