Bleached Heavy Cotton Duck Fabric

Durable bleached cotton duck cloth over 200 g/m², ideal for sails, tents, and upholstery. Classified in HTS 5212.22.60 as other bleached woven cotton fabrics exceeding weight limits, distinct from lighter or printed varieties. Its plain weave and heft suit industrial uses.

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.

5212Same rate: 42.8%

If dyed

Dyed versions of the same heavy fabric fall under 5212.32 for colored treatments, separate from bleached.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 42.8%

If containing 85%+ man-made filaments

Blends exceeding cotton threshold shift to Chapter 54 for mixed synthetic woven fabrics.

5208.52.40Higher: 46.4% vs 42.8%

If certified hand-loomed

Hand-loomed qualification per US note moves it to 5208 for certified cottage industry products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct grammage testing post-sizing removal as per US note to accurately report average yarn number and weight

Label with exact cotton percentage and bleaching method to prevent disputes under Chapter 52 purity rules

Avoid bulk packaging that mimics greige goods; present as finished bleached fabric for correct duty

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