Ramie-Cotton-Nylon Utility Fabric

Plain weave utility fabric of 70% ramie (vegetable), 20% cotton, 10% nylon, 250 g/m², not square construction. HTS 5311.00.30.70 for other vegetable fiber containing cotton/man-made under restraints; used in workwear.

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.

5311.00.20.00Higher: 49.5% vs 35%

If containing only cotton (no man-made)

Vegetable-cotton only blends fall outside man-made restraints.

5515.12.00Higher: 47% vs 35%

If predominantly man-made with vegetable minor

Woven man-made staple fabrics take precedence if chief material.

5902.90.00.00Same rate: 35%

If treated with rubber/plastics

Coated for industrial use moves to Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify average yarn number >26 to exclude broadcloth/poplin exclusions

Ensure ramie fiber certification for vegetable classification

Avoid bulk packaging that might imply industrial parts use

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