Cotton Boat Sailcloth Cover
A protective cotton cover designed to shield boat sails and rigging from weather and debris when not in use. It functions as a tarpaulin, not as a sail, and is made from cotton textile material. This product falls under tariff item 6306.19.00 as a tarpaulin of other textile materials (cotton).
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 17% | — | 17% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 17% | — | 17% |
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 cover is made of synthetic fibres
Sails of synthetic fibres are classified under this tariff item, but as a tarpaulin, synthetic fibre covers fall under 6306.19.00.
If the cover is a made-up article not specifically covered elsewhere
Other made-up textile articles, such as custom-shaped covers, may fall here if not classifiable as tarpaulins.
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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
• Ensure the cover is classified as a tarpaulin, not a sail, to avoid misclassification under heading 63.08
• Verify the cotton content and that it is not coated with plastics or rubber, which would shift classification to Chapter 39 or 40
• Keep commercial invoices detailing the fabric composition and dimensions for CBSA inspection
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