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Coated Cotton Fabric for Awnings

Woven cotton fabric coated with acrylic plastics for outdoor awnings and canopies. The plastic coating is visible to the naked eye and provides weather resistance and UV blocking, meeting the criteria of heading 59.03.

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

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

5903.90.20Same rate: Free

If the fabric contains any man-made fibres

This item is limited to textile fabrics not containing man-made fibres.

3921.90.00Same rate: Free

If the textile is completely embedded in plastics or coated on both sides

Chapter 39 covers products where the textile is entirely embedded or covered on both sides with plastics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the plastic coating is visible to the naked eye; if not, it may be classified elsewhere

• Keep commercial invoices and product specifications ready for CBSA verification

• Verify the fabric does not contain man-made fibres to qualify for this item

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