Unbleached Polycotton Canvas for Tote Bags from China
A plain weave unbleached fabric with 75% cotton and 25% polyester, weighing 195 g/m² and yarn number 38, classified under HTS 5210.11.40 for its coarse yarn count and mixed fibers. Ideal for durable tote bags, aprons, and light upholstery. Meets criteria as unbleached with number 42 or lower.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide certification for yarn count calculation per US note (b); test for man-made fiber ratio to avoid pure cotton headings
• Common pitfall: misdeclaring as bleached if optical brighteners present
• Check origin quotas for cotton staple lengths