Modal Fiber Button-Down Shirt
This is a women's button-down shirt made from knitted modal, a man-made fibre derived from beech tree cellulose. It has a loose-fit blouse style and is designed for upper body coverage. It falls under tariff item 6106.20.00 as a women's blouse of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 18% | — | 18% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the shirt is made of cotton or wool
Shirts of cotton or wool are classified under a different tariff item within the same heading.
If the shirt is made of silk or other textile materials
Shirts of other textile materials fall under this residual tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the modal fibre content is accurately declared, as the CBSA may test the fabric composition
• Include a detailed product description and fibre weight percentages on the commercial invoice
• Ensure the shirt is classified as knitted, not woven, to avoid reclassification
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