Heavy Cotton Osnaburg Sheeting Fabric from Canada
This is a plain weave cotton fabric containing over 85% cotton by weight, weighing more than 200 g/m², bleached, and specifically classified as Osnaburg with a thread count around 313. Osnaburg is a sturdy, coarse sheeting fabric historically used for sacks and upholstery, fitting HTS 5209.21.00.25 due to its precise weave, weight, and bleaching process as defined in Chapter 52 notes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
17.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² post-sizing removal using Chapter 52 US Note formulas like BT/Z to confirm classification
• Obtain mill test certificate confirming >85% cotton content and bleached finish to avoid reclassification during CBP exam