Heavy Flax Sailcloth Unbleached

Unbleached 92% flax heavy woven fabric (>270 g/m², cabled yarns) for sail repair, HTS 5309.11.00.90 other per sheeting exclusions (c)(ii). Exceeds 85% flax requirement.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

5908.00.00.00Higher: 38.4% vs 35%

If coated with polyurethane

Waterproof sailcloth coatings move to Chapter 59 textile coverings.

5309Same rate: 35%

If blended below 85% with polypropylene

Synthetic admixture reduces flax dominance to mixed vegetable heading.

5607.50.25Higher: 42% vs 35%

If made into twine or cordage

Converted to rope products shifts to Chapter 56 made-up textile articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Cabled yarn construction needs thread count breakdown; excluded from sheeting automatically

Saltwater exposure risk—declare clean to avoid 5309.91 contaminated fabric issues

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