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Coarse Osnaburg Utility Sheeting

Plain weave unbleached Osnaburg fabric (HTS 5209.11.00.25 statistical 313), >85% cotton, >200 g/m², not napped. Imported for drop cloths, strainers, and heavy packaging due to its toughness and absorbency. Conforms to Chapter 52 definitions excluding selvage weave requirements.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5208.12Lower: 23% vs 44%

If certified hand-loomed and bleached

Hand-loomed bleached Osnaburg uses heading 5208.12 with official cottage industry certification.

5209.11.00.50Same rate: 44%

If napped

Napped Osnaburg sheeting uses statistical suffix .50 instead of .25.

5608.19.10Higher: 46% vs 44%

If made into knotted netting

Osnaburg converted to fishing nets or similar becomes Chapter 56 made-up nets.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify linear meters per kg (Y) and total single yarns per cm² (T) for accurate 'number' calculation

• Declare exact construction (e.g

• 10x8 yarns/cm) to prevent disputes over plain weave classification

• Non-Mexico origins face strict quotas; verify country allocations in Chapter 52 U.S. notes