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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 5311.00.40
Jute Burlap Fabric
A plain weave fabric made entirely from jute fibers, typically used for sacks, bags, and upholstery. It falls under HTS 5311.00.40 as a woven fabric of other vegetable textile fibers (jute), not specifically provided for elsewhere in the chapter. The coarse texture and natural fiber composition distinguish it from finer cotton or man-made fabrics.
Hemp Canvas Fabric
Heavy-duty plain weave hemp fabric used for sails, tents, and apparel, weighing over 200g/m². Classified under HTS 5311.00.40 for woven fabrics of other vegetable fibers like hemp, excluding principal fibers like flax. Its durability comes from the natural strength of hemp yarns.
Sisal Webbing Fabric
Woven sisal fiber fabric in narrow widths, used for upholstery webbing and cordage backing. HTS 5311.00.40 covers this as 'other' woven vegetable fiber fabric from sisal (agave). It's distinguished by its stiff, coarse weave suitable for structural support.
Kenaf Curtain Fabric
Medium-weight plain weave kenaf fabric designed for curtains and draperies, with natural earthy tones. Falls under HTS 5311.00.40 as woven fabric from other vegetable fibers (kenaf, a hibiscus fiber). Kenaf's eco-friendly profile makes it popular for sustainable home textiles.
Ramie Plain Weave Poplin
Fine plain weave ramie poplin fabric meeting poplin specs (not square construction, >200g/m² excluded types), for shirting and dresses. HTS 5311.00.40 applies to this other vegetable fiber (ramie/nettle) woven fabric. Its crisp texture comes from ramie's cellulose structure.
Abaca Table Linen Fabric
Woven abaca (Manila hemp) fabric of square construction for tablecloths, per statistical note (e). Classified HTS 5311.00.40 as other vegetable fiber fabric from abaca. Its natural sheen suits fine dining textiles.
Bamboo Blend Sheeting Fabric
Plain weave bamboo viscose fabric meeting sheeting specs (>33 ends/picks/cm, square construction). HTS 5311.00.40 for other vegetable fibers, though regenerated bamboo challenges pure fiber status. Used for bedding and apparel.
Coir Matteing Fabric
Heavy woven coir (coconut husk) fabric for floor matting and erosion control. Falls under HTS 5311.00.40 as other vegetable fiber fabric from coir. Coarse weave provides durability for outdoor applications.
Esparto Grass Woven Fabric
Woven esparto grass fiber fabric for traditional basket liners and crafts. HTS 5311.00.40 covers this niche vegetable fiber weave. Known for Mediterranean cordage heritage.
Nettle Printcloth Fabric
Lightweight (<200g/m²) nettle printcloth meeting exact specs: 43-68 yarn number, >33 singles/cm, square construction. HTS 5311.00.40 for other vegetable fibers. Used for summer apparel.