Heavyweight Cotton-Poly Duck Canvas Fabric from China
This is a dyed woven duck fabric exceeding 170 g/m², made from synthetic staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, fitting the 'duck (219)' specification for durable, plain weave construction. It is commonly used for heavy-duty applications like tarps and sails due to its strength and weight. Classified under 5514.29.0030 as it meets the criteria for other dyed woven fabrics mixed with cotton.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to ensure less than 85% synthetic staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton; include mill test certificates for weight and weave
• Check for 'duck (219)' statistical suffix compliance to avoid reclassification
• Beware of undervaluation pitfalls during customs valuation for bulk rolls