Cotton Bias Binding Tape
Cotton bias binding tape is a narrow bias-cut woven cotton fabric, with unfolded width not exceeding 30 cm and folded edges, used for hemming garments and quilts. It falls under tariff item 5806.31.00 as a narrow woven fabric of cotton, including bias binding with folded edges as per Chapter Note 5(c).
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the binding tape is made of man-made fibres
Narrow woven fabrics of man-made fibres are classified under a different item.
If the binding tape is made of other textile materials
Other textile materials fall under this alternative within the same heading.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Measure the unfolded width to ensure it does not exceed 30 cm, as folded width is not the criterion
• Ensure the tape is made of cotton; blends may be classified under other items
• Keep records of the manufacturing process to demonstrate the bias cut and folded edges for CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 5806.31.00
Cotton Awning Binding Tape
Cotton awning binding tape is a narrow woven cotton fabric, 2.5 cm wide, with reinforced selvages on both edges, used to bind and finish the edges of awnings. It falls under tariff item 5806.31.00 as a narrow woven fabric of cotton, not exceeding 30 cm in width, with selvages as defined in Chapter Note 5.
Cotton Belt Webbing
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Cotton Curtain Header Tape
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Cotton Luggage Strap Fabric
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Cotton Medical Gauze Bandage Fabric
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Cotton Shoelace Fabric
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