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Charcoal Dyed Cotton Ticking Fabric

Strong twill weave ticking, 86% cotton, charcoal dyed, 260 g/m² for mattresses and upholstery. HTS 5209.39.00 for other dyed >200 g/m² cotton fabrics, not denim per note.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.4%+37.5%45.9%
🇲🇽Mexico8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇨🇦Canada8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5209.42.00Same rate: 45.9%

If broken twill denim structure

Denim subheading note specifies 3/4-thread twill with color rules.

5407.52Lower: 27.4% vs 45.9%

If dyed polyester-cotton blend

Predominant man-made fiber dictates Chapter 54.

9404.90Lower: 19.8% vs 45.9%

If assembled into mattress covers

Finished furniture articles in Chapter 94.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Test for cotton content >85% with AATCC methods; attach lab reports to entries

• Declare as piece goods, not made-ups, to avoid Chapter 63

• Watch for weave combos; US note (b) requires wholly specified weave excluding selvage