Heavyweight Dyed Cotton Canvas Fabric from Mexico
This is a durable woven cotton fabric containing over 85% cotton by weight, dyed evenly throughout, and weighing 280 g/m², used for tents, sails, and upholstery. It falls under HTS 5209.39.00 as a dyed woven cotton fabric exceeding 200 g/m² that does not qualify as specific types like denim or cheesecloth. The heavy weight and high cotton content distinguish it from lighter or blended fabrics.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.4%
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 dyeing is uniform and documented; declare as 'other' to avoid denim subheading 5209.42 if not twill weave