Metallic Lamé Ribbon Fabric for Apparel Trim
Metallic lamé ribbon fabric is a narrow-width woven fabric made from metallized yarn, used as trim on jackets and dresses. Despite its narrow width, it is classified under tariff item 5809.00.00 because it is a woven fabric of metallized yarn of heading 56.05 for apparel purposes, and it does not meet the definition of narrow woven fabrics in heading 58.06.
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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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 5809000000; Equal To 5809000000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is of man-made fibres and has a width not exceeding 30 cm with selvedges
Narrow woven fabrics of man-made fibres are specifically classified in heading 58.06.
If the product is metallized yarn itself, not a woven fabric
Metallized yarn in its un-woven form falls under heading 56.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the fabric's width exceeds 30 cm or that it lacks selvedges on both edges, otherwise it may fall under heading 58.06 as a narrow woven fabric
• Document the metallized yarn composition, as yarns of heading 56.05 are essential for this classification
• Be prepared to provide samples or technical specifications to the CBSA upon request
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