Unbleached Heavy Cotton Canvas Tarp Fabric

This is a heavy unbleached woven cotton fabric weighing over 200 g/m², used primarily for manufacturing tarps and protective covers. It falls under HTS 5212.21.60.90 as an unbleached cotton fabric, not of denim or plain weave, exceeding the weight threshold and classified as 'other' woven fabrics of cotton. The natural, untreated state ensures compliance with unbleached specifications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.8%+35.0%42.8%
🇲🇽Mexico7.8%+10.0%17.8%
🇨🇦Canada7.8%+10.0%17.8%
🇩🇪Germany7.8%+10.0%17.8%
🇯🇵Japan7.8%+10.0%17.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

5212.11.60.90Same rate: 42.8%

If plain weave

Plain weave unbleached cotton fabrics >200 g/m² shift to 5212.11, as subheading distinguishes weave types.

5209.42.00Higher: 43.4% vs 42.8%

If qualifies as denim

Meets specific 3/4-thread twill denim definition with colored warp and lighter weft, moving to Chapter 52 heading 5209.

5907.00Lower: 10% vs 42.8%

If coated or laminated for specific use

Impregnated, coated, or covered textiles transfer to Chapter 59, regardless of cotton composition.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² via lab testing and include certification in documentation to avoid reclassification

Provide detailed weave description (e.g

twill or sateen) as it's 'other' non-plain weave; ensure no bleaching or dyeing