Polyester-Cotton Duck Canvas Tarp

A heavy-duty woven tarp made from polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, weighing over 170 g/m², classified as duck fabric except plain weave under HTS 5514.19.10.40. This fabric's durable, twill-like weave provides strength for outdoor coverings, distinguishing it from lighter or plain weave alternatives.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5211.42.00Lower: 43.1% vs 49.9%

If 85% or more cotton content

Higher cotton proportion shifts to Chapter 52 woven cotton fabrics, not synthetic staple mixes.

5512.19.00Lower: 48.6% vs 49.9%

If 85% or more polyester staple fibers

Predominantly synthetic staple fiber content moves to pure synthetic filament headings.

5903.90.10.00Lower: 37.7% vs 49.9%

If coated or laminated for waterproofing

Textile fabrics impregnated or coated with plastics fall under Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton

Provide weave structure documentation proving non-plain weave duck construction exceeding 170 g/m²

Avoid misclassification as plain weave by including mill specifications on yarn count and weight