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#38 Unbleached Calico Fabric

Traditional unbleached calico plain weave, 93% cotton, 97 g/m², yarn number 38, under HTS 5208.11.20 for coarse unprocessed lightweight cottons. Quilting and crafts staple.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+37.5%44.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7%+10.0%17%
🇨🇦Canada7%+10.0%17%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5201.00.34Lower: 37.5% vs 44.5%

If raw cotton staple

Pre-processed cotton fibers, not woven fabric.

5208.29Lower: 26% vs 44.5%

If satin or jacquard weave

Other unbleached weaves beyond plain.

5903.90.10Lower: 40.2% vs 44.5%

If rubberized

Textile fabrics impregnated for technical purposes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Calico often block-printed later; ensure base unprinted

• Measure linear meters/kg for precise yarn number

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