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Bleached Cotton Duck Fabric

Bleached cotton duck is a plain weave heavy fabric over 85% cotton weighing more than 200 g/m², ideal for tool bags, aprons, and covers. Classified in HTS 5209.29.00 as 'other' bleached woven cotton fabrics beyond the 200 g/m² limit, excluding twills like denim. Its uniform bleaching meets the subheading criteria without further coloration.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.7%+35.0%42.7%
🇲🇽Mexico7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇨🇦Canada7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇩🇪Germany7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇯🇵Japan7.7%+10.0%17.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

5208.29Lower: 23.5% vs 42.7%

If weighing 200 g/m² or less

Heavier bleached cotton fabrics (>200 g/m²) are in 5209; lighter ones in 5208 per weight-based headings.

5209.59.00Higher: 43.4% vs 42.7%

If printed

Printed bleached heavy cotton fabrics classify under 5209.59.00 for printed 'other' fabrics.

6210.20.50Lower: 24.6% vs 42.7%

If made into apparel like men's overcoats

Finished garments from such fabric move to Chapter 62 apparel headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit weight certificates showing >200 g/m²; lighter fabrics risk reclassification to 5208 subheadings

Label as 'bleached' with processing records; incomplete docs lead to default unbleached classification

Check for quantitative restrictions on cotton if from restricted countries per U.S. notes

Related Products under HTS 5209.29.00

Bleached Heavy Cotton Canvas Fabric

This is a heavy-duty bleached cotton canvas fabric containing over 85% cotton by weight and weighing more than 200 g/m², used for making tents, sails, and upholstery. It falls under HTS 5209.29.00 as a bleached woven cotton fabric exceeding the weight threshold and not specified as denim or other specialized types. The bleaching process lightens the fabric without dyeing.

Bleached Twill Cotton Fabric

A robust bleached twill weave cotton fabric with over 85% cotton content and weight above 200 g/m², used for workwear and upholstery. It qualifies for HTS 5209.29.00 as an 'other' bleached fabric, distinct from denim due to lacking specific yarn color requirements in subheading notes. The twill structure provides durability without coloration.

Bleached Heavyweight Cotton Poplin

Heavy bleached poplin fabric of cotton exceeding 85% by weight and over 200 g/m², suited for tablecloths and institutional linens. HTS 5209.29.00 covers this as other bleached woven cotton fabrics above the weight limit, with plain weave not matching specialized subheadings. Bleaching ensures a clean white base.

Bleached Cotton Sailcloth

Durable bleached cotton sailcloth fabric with >85% cotton and >200 g/m² weight, designed for marine sails and heavy covers. It is classified under HTS 5209.29.00 for other bleached heavy cotton woven fabrics, excluding certified hand-loomed or denim types. High thread count ensures strength post-bleaching.

Bleached Industrial Cotton Drill Fabric

Bleached drill fabric, a twill variant over 85% cotton weighing >200 g/m², used in industrial belting and workwear. HTS 5209.29.00 applies as other bleached heavy cotton weaves, not meeting denim's yarn color specs. Bleaching prepares it for further industrial processing.

Bleached Cotton Tarp Fabric

Heavy bleached cotton fabric for tarpaulins, >85% cotton and >200 g/m², providing weather-resistant base material. Falls under HTS 5209.29.00 as other bleached woven cottons, prior to any coating. Uniform bleaching enhances whiteness for visibility.