Cut Corduroy Fabric

This is a warp pile fabric made from cotton with cut pile forming distinctive vertical ribs or 'wales,' typically used for trousers, jackets, and upholstery. It falls under HTS 5801.27.50.20 as a cut warp pile fabric of cotton, other than those specified elsewhere in the heading. The cut pile distinguishes it from uncut versions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China18.5%+35.0%53.5%
🇲🇽Mexico18.5%+10.0%28.5%
🇨🇦Canada18.5%+10.0%28.5%
🇩🇪Germany18.5%+10.0%28.5%
🇯🇵Japan18.5%+10.0%28.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5801.21.00.00Higher: 55.2% vs 53.5%

If the pile floats have not been cut

Uncut warp pile fabrics are classified separately in 5801.21 before the cutting process creates standing pile.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 53.5%

If textile fabric is impregnated, coated, or laminated

Chapter notes exclude such treated fabrics from Chapter 58, directing them to Chapter 59 headings like 5903.

5211.52.00Lower: 43.1% vs 53.5%

If plain woven without pile structure

Lacks warp pile feature; plain cotton wovens fall under Chapter 52 as other woven fabrics.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the pile is cut and measure wale count per inch to confirm warp pile classification; uncut pile may shift to 5801.21

Provide mill certificates for cotton content (>50% required) and ensure no chemical finishes that could classify under Chapter 59