Polypropylene Pile Fabric
This is a knitted pile fabric made from polypropylene filament yarns, designed for outdoor upholstery due to its moisture-resistant properties. It is classified under tariff item 6001.99.00 as a pile fabric of other textile materials, not falling under the primary synthetic headings.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric has a 'long pile' exceeding 5 mm in height
Long pile fabrics are specifically classified in a separate subheading of heading 60.01.
If the pile is made of cotton
Cotton pile fabrics are classified under a different subheading within heading 60.01.
If the fabric is impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics
Chapter 59 covers such treated fabrics, which are excluded from Chapter 60 by its note 1(c).
Not sure which classification is right?
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fabric is not coated or laminated with plastics or rubber, as that would shift classification to Chapter 59
• Provide a detailed fibre composition breakdown to confirm polypropylene is the sole textile material
• Be prepared to demonstrate the fabric's pile construction if requested by CBSA
Related Products under Tariff item 6001.99.00
Acetate Long Pile Upholstery
Knitted acetate filament long pile fabric used for decorative furnishings. Acetate is a man-made textile material, and this pile fabric falls under tariff item 6001.99.00 as 'other textile materials'.
Acrylic Terry Knit Fabric
Soft terry fabric knitted from acrylic yarns, used for sweatshirt linings and blankets. Acrylic is a synthetic textile material, and this pile fabric falls under tariff item 6001.99.00 as 'other textile materials'.
Long Pile Silk Velvet Upholstery Fabric
A knitted long pile fabric composed of 90% silk, designed for upholstery and curtain applications. Its pile construction and silk content place it under tariff item 6001.99.00, which covers pile fabrics of other textile materials.
Metallic Thread Pile Knit
Knitted pile fabric incorporating metal thread for apparel decoration and upholstery. Chapter 60 note 2 includes fabrics made of metal thread, and this falls under tariff item 6001.99.00 as 'other textile materials'.
Mixed Fiber Terry Fabric
Knitted terry fabric blending nylon and acrylic with neither fiber dominant, used for sportswear towels. Under Section XI note 2, mixed textile materials are classified by the predominant fiber, and this falls under tariff item 6001.99.00 as 'other textile materials'.
Nylon Long Pile Faux Fur Fabric
Knitted long pile fabric from nylon yarns mimicking fur, with cut or uncut pile exceeding 5 mm, used for coat linings and costumes. This falls under tariff item 6001.99.00 as a long pile fabric of other textile materials.