Heavy-Duty Polyethylene Tarpaulin
A waterproof sheet made from woven polyethylene fabric, used to cover trucks, boats, or construction sites. It is classified under tariff item 6306.19.00 as a tarpaulin of other textile materials, being made of synthetic fibres like polyethylene.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the polyethylene is in the form of a non-woven sheet or film
Non-woven plastic sheets are classified as plastics in Chapter 39, not as textile tarpaulins.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the fabric is woven and not a plastic film, as plastic film is classified in Chapter 39
• If the tarp is coated with a plastic layer, ensure the textile remains the essential character
• Keep a technical datasheet showing the weave and fibre content for CBSA inspection
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