Unbleached Flax Printcloth Alternative
Plain weave fabric resembling printcloth specs (43-68 yarn number, >33 singles per cm², <200 gsm) but with 80% flax content, unbleached, square construction. Classified as 'Other' under 5309.21.40 since printcloth note (d) implies cotton focus. Suitable for pre-printing applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If printed after import
Printing post-import moves to printed flax fabrics heading.
If qualifying as flax printcloth under cotton chapter
Statistical notes may allow cotton chapter if specs match exactly despite flax.
If used rag quality
Low-quality flax rags/waste fabrics fall under Chapter 63.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide yarn count and construction specs matching note (d) but note flax deviation for customs review
• Avoid calling it 'printcloth' in docs to prevent Chapter 52 shift; use descriptive terms
• Test for combed status; uncombed fibers align with note (g)
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