Gum-Stiffened Journal Cover Cloth
Textile fabric stiffened with gum coating, used for outer covers of journals, notebooks, and sketchbooks. The amylaceous layer ensures shape retention and premium feel. Falls under HTS 5901.10.20.00 for other book cover fabrics.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coated with visible plastics instead of gum
Plastic-coated textiles move to Chapter 59 heading 5903 per chapter notes.
If plastic dominates and textile is reinforcing
Predominantly plastic sheets with minor textile go to Chapter 39.
If plain dyed cotton fabric without stiffening treatment
Unprocessed woven cotton fabrics without coating stay in Chapter 52.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit binding invoices showing use in journal production to justify tariff shift
• Test for coating durability; fragile coatings may be reclassed as Chapter 50-55 fabrics
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain cotton base fabrics from specific countries
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Gum-Coated Book Cover Cloth
A textile fabric coated with gum or amylaceous substances, specifically designed for use as the outer covers of books and similar printed materials. This coating provides stiffness and durability, making it ideal for hardcover book bindings. It falls under HTS 5901.10.20.00 as 'other' textile fabrics coated with such substances for book covers.
Starch-Coated Hardcover Binding Cloth
Woven cotton fabric treated with starch (amylaceous substance) to create a stiffened material used for book outer covers. The coating enhances rigidity for professional bookbinding applications. Classified under HTS 5901.10.20.00 for other gum- or starch-coated fabrics for books.
Prepared Acrylic Painting Canvas
Canvas fabric prepared with amylaceous coating for acrylic painting support, providing tooth and stiffness. Used by artists for stretched paintings. Falls under HTS 5901.10.20.00 for prepared painting canvas.
Gummed Textile for Cookbook Covers
Heavy coated fabric with gum treatment for cookbook outer covers, designed for kitchen durability. The stiffening prevents grease damage. HTS 5901.10.20.00 for such coated book fabrics.
Amylaceous Bible Cover Fabric
Specialty fabric coated with amylaceous substances for durable outer covers on bibles and religious books. The treatment provides a smooth, stiffened surface resistant to wear. It qualifies under HTS 5901.10.20.00 as other coated textiles for book-like covers.
Stiffened Buckram Bookbinding Cloth
Buckram fabric coated with amylaceous substances for bookbinding outer covers, providing exceptional stiffness. Commonly used in library and collector editions. Classified in HTS 5901.10.20.00 as other coated fabrics for books.