Unbleached 12 oz Polypropylene Duck Cloth from Mexico
A robust unbleached polypropylene duck fabric at 12 oz/yd², made from 100% synthetic staple fibers in a tight plain weave, fitting HTS 5512.91.00.50 as 'duck (219)' for its heavy construction used in tarps and covers. It adheres to Chapter 55 notes excluding lighter or square-construction variants like poplin.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include detailed specs on yarn number and ends/picks per cm to confirm 'duck' vs. cheesecloth exclusion
• Label bolts clearly as unbleached to prevent misclassification as 'other' under 5512.99
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain polyester staple fabrics from Asia