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Polypropylene Pile Rug Underlay

A woven pile fabric from polypropylene used as cushioned underlay for area rugs, with pile providing grip and cushioning. It falls under tariff item 5801.90.00 as a pile fabric of other textile materials, excluding backed floor coverings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5903.90.10Same rate: Free

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

Chapter 59 covers textile fabrics with plastic coatings, excluded from Chapter 58.

5801.36.00Same rate: Free

If the pile is of man-made fibres and is a warp pile fabric

Warp pile fabrics of man-made fibres have specific subheadings within 5801.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify that the product is not a floor covering with a backing, as that would be classified under heading 5703 or 5705

β€’ Since polypropylene is a synthetic textile material, confirm it is not coated or laminated with rubber or plastics

β€’ Keep fibre composition documentation ready for CBSA inspection

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