Tracing Cloth for Technical Drawings

Semi-transparent textile cloth coated with gum or starch, used for tracing architectural and engineering drawings. The coating allows ink adherence without bleeding. Included in HTS 5901.10.20.00 as other coated fabrics, though tracing-specific.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.1%+35.0%39.1%
🇲🇽Mexico4.1%+10.0%14.1%
🇨🇦Canada4.1%+10.0%14.1%
🇩🇪Germany4.1%+10.0%14.1%
🇯🇵Japan4.1%+10.0%14.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

5901.10.10.00Higher: 42% vs 39.1%

If explicitly for blueprint reproduction

Blueprint tracing cloth may qualify for the primary tracing subheading.

3919.90.50Higher: 40.8% vs 39.1%

If plastic film rather than textile base

Plastic self-adhesive films for drafting go to Chapter 39.

4811.90.90Lower: 35% vs 39.1%

If paper-based tracing material

Tracing paper excludes textile products per tariff structure.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Demonstrate transparency and ink compatibility to distinguish from book cloth

Include technical specs showing coating prevents ink bleed through

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