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Coated Cotton PVC Artist Canvas

A cotton canvas fabric coated with poly(vinyl chloride) for use as a protective surface in art applications. The PVC coating is visible to the naked eye and the fabric remains flexible, meeting the criteria of heading 59.03. As the textile component is cotton (not man-made fibres), it falls under tariff item 5903.10.10.

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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5903.10.20Same rate: Free

If the fabric contains man-made fibres

Sibling item for textile fabrics containing man-made fibres.

5903.90.10Same rate: Free

If coated with plastics other than PVC

Other plastic-coated textile fabrics not specified in 5903.10.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the PVC coating is visible and the fabric bends around a 7 mm cylinder without fracturing to confirm classification under 5903.10.10

• Provide a detailed product description and a sample to the CBSA officer if requested

• Verify the cotton content exceeds any man-made fibre content to avoid reclassification to 5903.10.20

Related Products under Tariff item 5903.10.10

Coated Cotton-PVC Awning Fabric

Cotton duck fabric coated with PVC for use in residential awnings and canopies. The visible coating provides waterproofing and the fabric remains pliable, satisfying the requirements of heading 59.03. Since the base textile is cotton, it is correctly classified under 5903.10.10.

Laminated Cotton-PVC Diaper Changing Pad Fabric

Baby cotton fabric laminated with PVC for use in diaper changing pads. The lamination is visible and the product is in fabric form, meeting the criteria of heading 59.03. As the textile is cotton, it is classified under 5903.10.10.

Laminated Cotton PVC Medical Drape Fabric

Sterilizable cotton fabric laminated with PVC for surgical drapes. The lamination is visible and the fabric remains flexible, meeting the requirements of heading 59.03. Since the textile component is cotton, it is classified under 5903.10.10.

Laminated Cotton-PVC Upholstery Fabric

Cotton textile laminated with PVC sheets for furniture upholstery, with visible bonding. The product meets the definition of laminated textile fabrics in heading 59.03. As the textile is cotton, it is classified under 5903.10.10.

Polyvinyl Chloride Coated Cotton Tarp Fabric

Woven cotton fabric with a PVC coating for tarpaulins and truck covers. The coating is clearly visible and flexible, fitting the criteria of heading 59.03. As the textile is cotton, it is classified under 5903.10.10.

PVC Backed Cotton Ironing Board Cover Fabric

Cotton fabric with a PVC back coating for ironing board covers. The coating is visible and the fabric remains flexible, satisfying the criteria of heading 59.03. Since the textile is cotton, it is classified under 5903.10.10.