Geotextile Packing Sacks
Geotextile packing sacks made of non-woven polypropylene, designed to hold erosion control fill materials such as sand or gravel in civil engineering projects. These sacks are classified under tariff item 6305.90.00 as they are textile sacks of a kind used for packing goods, and the non-woven polypropylene construction falls under 'other textile materials'.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 5% |
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 sacks are used primarily as geotextile reinforcement rather than for packing
Heading 5911 covers textile products for technical uses, including geotextiles, which may apply if the sacks are designed for permanent civil engineering functions.
If the sacks are made of woven polypropylene strip
Woven polypropylene sacks fall under a different subheading within 6305, which is more specific than 'other textile materials'.
Not sure which classification is right?
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the sacks are classified as packing goods, not geotextile fabrics (heading 5911), by confirming they are sold as sacks for filling
• Provide a detailed product description and material composition to the CBSA to avoid reclassification
• Check if the polypropylene content triggers any anti-dumping or countervailing measures
Related Products under Tariff item 6305.90.00
Canvas Sandbags
Canvas sandbags are durable sacks made from cotton duck fabric, designed for flood control and construction site stabilization. They fall under tariff item 6305.90.00 as sacks of other textile materials (cotton) used for packing goods like sand.
Jute Hessian Bags
Jute hessian bags are coarse woven sacks made from jute fibers, commonly used for packing potatoes, onions, or coffee beans. They are classified under tariff item 6305.90.00 as sacks of other textile materials, specifically vegetable fibers other than cotton.
Manila Hemp Bulk Sacks
Manila hemp bulk sacks are woven from abaca fibers, used for packing copra and other tropical commodities. They fall under tariff item 6305.90.00 as sacks of other textile materials, specifically vegetable fibers other than cotton or jute.
Mixed Fiber Ton Bags
Mixed fiber ton bags are large FIBCs made from a blend of polypropylene and polyester, used for packing industrial powders. They are classified under tariff item 6305.90.00 as sacks of other textile materials, as they are not made of a single textile material.
Nylon Mesh Produce Bags
Nylon mesh produce bags are breathable sacks woven from nylon yarn, used for packing vegetables and fruits to prevent spoilage. They fall under tariff item 6305.90.00 as sacks of other textile materials, specifically synthetic fibers other than polyethylene or polypropylene.
Polypropylene Woven Sacks
Polypropylene woven sacks are heavy-duty bags made from woven polypropylene fabric, used for packing bulk goods like rice, flour, or animal feed. They are classified under tariff item 6305.90.00 as sacks of other textile materials, specifically synthetic fibers not covered by other subheadings.