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Unbleached #10 Cotton Duck Cloth

Unbleached #10 cotton duck is a heavy plain weave fabric over 85% cotton weighing more than 200 g/m², fitting HTS 5209.11.00.90 as plain weave duck (219) due to its standardized weight and weave density. This grade is prized for its toughness in applications like tool bags and sails. The unbleached finish retains natural cotton oils for enhanced durability.

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.

5209.31Lower: 20.9% vs 44%

If dyed or printed

Dyed or printed versions shift to 5209.31+ subheadings based on color processing after weaving.

5907.00Lower: 12.5% vs 44%

If coated with PVC

Surface treatments like PVC coating reclassify to Chapter 59 as impregnated or coated textiles.

5209.59.00.90Higher: 45.9% vs 44%

If printed but unbleached

Printing on unbleached base moves to printed fabrics under 5209.59 per weave and process notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Use average yarn number calculation per U.S. notes to substantiate plain weave duck classification during customs review

• Declare exact fabric weight post-sizing removal to prevent disputes over >200 g/m² threshold

• Include commercial invoices detailing end-use to differentiate from apparel fabrics in other headings

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#8 Unbleached Cotton Duck for Upholstery

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