Modacrylic Staple Fiber Duck Cloth 12 oz

Heavyweight plain weave duck fabric composed of 90% modacrylic staple fibers, designed for flame-retardant applications like tarps and covers. It qualifies under HTS 5512.29.0035 as 'other' duck with over 85% modacrylic content, distinguished from lighter cheesecloths by higher thread density. Ideal for industrial and marine environments requiring durability.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

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

5512.99.00Same rate: 47%

If synthetic staple but not predominantly acrylic/modacrylic

Other synthetic staple fabrics over 85% but excluding acrylic/modacrylic fall under 5512.99.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 47%

If made from synthetic filament yarns instead of staple

Filament-based woven fabrics classify in Chapter 54, not staple fiber Chapter 55.

5902.90.00.00Lower: 35% vs 47%

If treated with rubber for tire reinforcement

Rubberized textile fabrics move to Chapter 59, tire cord fabrics specifically.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include flame-retardancy test certificates if marketed as such, but note it doesn't change base classification

Declare exact weight per square meter to differentiate from printcloth or sheeting under statistical notes

Bundle with commercial invoices specifying 'duck (219)' to prevent reclassification as general 'other' fabric

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