Unbleached Heavy Cotton Canvas Fabric from Mexico
This is a plain weave cotton fabric containing over 85% cotton by weight, weighing more than 200 g/m², and imported in its unbleached state. It falls under HTS 5209.11.00 due to its high cotton content, plain weave structure, and weight exceeding 200 g/m² without any bleaching process. Commonly used for tents, sails, and heavy-duty bags.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² via lab testing and provide mill test certificates to confirm >85% cotton content
• Ensure no bleaching or coloration has occurred; include production process documentation to avoid reclassification