Linen-Cotton Spandex Printcloth (615) from Canada
A specialty printcloth of flax (<85%), cotton, and spandex man-made fibers, plain weave under 200 g/m² with square construction and 33+ singles yarns/cm² per HTS printcloth definition. The elastic spandex adds stretch for fitted garments while maintaining Category 615 textile restraint status. Ideal for blouses, dresses, and lightweight structured apparel.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Document spandex as man-made staple fiber (not filament) and ensure total MMF triggers 615 restraints accurately
• Provide mill certificates confirming 'not combed' status and precise construction to prevent downgrading to sheeting
• Avoid bulk packaging; retail-ready rolls may qualify for different valuation but risk set classification issues