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Polyurethane Coated Cotton Canvas for Awnings

Woven cotton canvas impregnated with a polyurethane coating, visible to the naked eye, intended for awnings and outdoor covers. The fabric remains flexible and is not excluded by chapter notes, qualifying for heading 59.03. As it is cotton without man-made fibres, it falls under this tariff item.

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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5903.20.20Same rate: Free

If the canvas contains any man-made fibres

The sibling item applies to textile fabrics containing man-made fibres.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify the coating is visible without magnification and the fabric bends without fracturing

• Keep records of the cotton origin and coating composition

• If the canvas is cut to shape for awnings, check if it becomes a made-up article under other headings

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