Acrylic Staple Fiber Heavy Duck Cloth

Heavy acrylic staple fiber duck cloth used for upholstery and protective covers, classified in HTS 5515.99.90.35 as synthetic staple 'duck (219)' due to its dense plain weave and durability exceeding poplin or broadcloth definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.5%+35.0%43.5%
🇲🇽Mexico8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇨🇦Canada8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇩🇪Germany8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇯🇵Japan8.5%+10.0%18.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5513.19.00Higher: 49.9% vs 43.5%

If unbleached or bleached but not yarn-dyed

Yarn-dyed fabrics go to 5515, while unbleached/bleached synthetic staple wovens are in 5513.

5702.50.40.00Lower: 41.3% vs 43.5%

If woven and finished as carpeting or floor covering

Woven fabrics specifically for floor coverings shift to Chapter 57.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 43.5%

If made up into finished tarpaulins or covers

Made-up textile articles like tarps are classified in Chapter 63, not as fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify average yarn number and construction to distinguish from sheeting; avoid bulk packaging misdeclared as greige; check for Chapter 55 statistical notes compliance