Unbleached Osnaburg Duck Fabric
Coarse unbleached Osnaburg fabric (category 313) used for heavy-duty sheeting, meeting HTS 5209.11.00.25 criteria of plain weave, >85% cotton, >200 g/m², not napped. Ideal for tent material, tarpaulins, and mattress ticking due to its rugged durability. Statistical notation distinguishes this specific Osnaburg sheeting type.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If printed
Printed Osnaburg sheeting classifies under 5209.31 for printed unbleached cotton fabrics over 200 g/m².
If denim weave
If meeting 3/4-thread twill definition with specific yarn colors, moves to subheading 5209.42 'denim'.
If coated with polyurethane
PU-coated Osnaburg becomes tire cord fabric or coated textile under Chapter 59.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document average yarn number using Chapter 52 formulas (N=BYT/1,000) to prove compliance with Osnaburg specifications
• Ensure no napping or felting treatment; inspect for uniform plain weave excluding selvage per U.S. notes
• Check origin against cotton quota allocations; non-WTO countries face restrictions on raw cotton products
Related Products under HTS 5209.11.00.25
Osnaburg Cotton Sheeting Fabric
Heavyweight unbleached cotton fabric classified as Osnaburg under HTS 5209.11.00.25, containing over 85% cotton and weighing more than 200 g/m² with a plain weave. Used primarily for durable applications like upholstery backing and industrial sacks due to its coarse texture and strength. Meets the specific statistical reporting category 313 for Osnaburg sheeting that's not napped.
Heavy Osnaburg Cotton Canvas Sheeting
Unbleached plain weave Osnaburg sheeting (313) per HTS 5209.11.00.25, >85% cotton, exceeding 200 g/m² weight threshold. Commonly imported for agricultural sacks, covering materials, and industrial wiping cloths. Coarse texture and unprocessed state define its classification.
Industrial Osnaburg Backing Fabric
Unbleached Osnaburg (313) cotton sheeting for HTS 5209.11.00.25, plain weave with >85% cotton content and weight >200 g/m². Serves as backing for carpets, linoleum, and upholstery providing structural support. Not napped and specifically reported under Osnaburg statistical category.
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.