Cotton Long Pile Upholstery Fabric
Heavy knitted cotton fabric with long pile exceeding 271 g/m², designed for furniture upholstery and curtains. As a knitted pile fabric of cotton used for furnishing, it is classified under tariff item 6001.91.00, which includes pile fabrics of cotton for apparel or furnishing purposes.
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 pile exceeds 5 mm in length
Long pile fabrics are classified separately under this heading.
If the fabric is impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics
Chapter 59 takes precedence for coated textile fabrics.
If the fabric were of man-made fibres instead of cotton
Pile fabrics of man-made fibres are classified under this subheading.
Not sure which classification is right?
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
• Verify that the pile is formed by knitting, not by tufting or other methods, to stay within heading 60.01
• The CBSA may ask for a technical description of the manufacturing process
• If the fabric is coated or laminated, check Chapter 59 exclusions
Related Products under Tariff item 6001.91.00
Absorbent Cotton Terry Diaper Liner Fabric
Heavy cotton terry knit fabric weighing over 271 g/m², designed for use as diaper liners. Its knitted looped pile construction and cotton composition place it under tariff item 6001.91.00 for other pile fabrics of cotton.
Brushed Cotton Pile Knit Fabric
Knitted cotton fabric with a raised pile from brushing, for soft apparel like loungewear. The brushing process creates a pile surface, and the cotton composition places it under tariff item 6001.91.00 as a pile fabric of cotton.
Cotton Knitted Pile Blanket Fabric
A knitted cotton pile fabric with long loops on one side, intended for throw blankets and home decor. The long pile construction gives it a plush, cozy texture, and its cotton composition qualifies it under tariff item 6001.91.00 as a pile fabric of cotton.
Cotton Knitted Terrycloth for Baby Towels
Soft knitted terry fabric made of 100% cotton, featuring fine loops designed for gentle absorbency on baby towels. As a terry pile fabric that is knitted and made of cotton, it falls under tariff item 6001.91.00, which covers pile fabrics of cotton.
Cotton Knitted Terrycloth for Robes
Heavyweight knitted terry fabric made of cotton, featuring uncut loops designed to maximize absorbency for bathrobes. This fabric falls under tariff item 6001.91.00 as a cotton pile fabric, knitted or crocheted, other than those specifically classified as terry fabrics in other subheadings. Its construction and use in apparel align with the scope of Chapter 60.
Cotton Long Pile Costume Fabric
A fluffy, long pile cotton knit fabric designed for theatrical costumes, providing dramatic texture and visual effect. The long pile construction and cotton composition place it under tariff item 6001.91.00 as a pile fabric of cotton, suitable for apparel applications.