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Heavyweight Polyester Canvas Fabric

This woven fabric consists of 100% polyester filaments, dyed throughout, and weighs 220 g/m², exceeding the 170 g/m² threshold for HTS 5407.69.20.60. It features a durable plain weave suitable for industrial applications like tarpaulin covers. Classification falls here due to its high polyester content, dyed finish, and weight over 170 g/m².

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+37.5%52.4%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%—14.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%—14.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5407.52.20Same rate: 52.4%

If less than 85% polyester, blended with other synthetics

Blends under 85% polyester filaments classify under heading 5407.52 for mixed synthetic compositions.

5407.61Lower: 27.4% vs 52.4%

If not dyed, in plain color or unbleached

Undyed woven polyester fabrics over 170 g/m² go to 5407.61, differentiating by color processing.

5903.90.30Lower: 40.2% vs 52.4%

If coated or laminated with plastics for waterproofing

Textile fabrics coated with PVC or PU shift to Chapter 59 as coated textiles, not base woven fabrics.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify weight certification via lab testing to confirm >170 g/m², as underweight shifts to lighter categories

• Provide detailed yarn composition reports showing ≥85% polyester filaments to avoid reclassification

• Ensure dyeing process documentation, as undyed equivalents fall under different subheadings