HS Code 9936.00.00
Apparel samples (excluding samples of footwear, headwear, handwear, belts, ties, scarves, hosiery or other accessories, unless committed by design to form an integral part of the sample) imported for use in the development of sketches or patterns, or in determining the technical elements of manufacturing apparel, by a person in Canada in the business of designing apparel or fabrics and selling apparel, apparel designs, fabrics or fabric designs, on condition that (a) the importer specifies the use of the apparel sample at the time of reporting the goods under the Customs Act; (b) the importer develops the sketches or patterns, or determines the technical elements of manufacturing apparel; and (c) the apparel sample shall not be exchanged, sold or traded in either the wholesale or retail markets in Canada.
Most Favoured Nation (MFN) Rate
Free
About HS Code 9936.00.00
HS code 9936.00.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item covering Apparel samples (excluding samples of footwear, headwear, handwear, belts, ties, scarves, hosiery or other accessories, unless committed by design to form an integral part of the sample) imported for use in the development of sketches or patterns, or in determining the technical elements of manufacturing apparel, by a person in Canada in the business of designing apparel or fabrics and selling apparel, apparel designs, fabrics or fabric designs, on condition that (a) the importer specifies the use of the apparel sample at the time of reporting the goods under the Customs Act; (b) the importer develops the sketches or patterns, or determines the technical elements of manufacturing apparel; and (c) the apparel sample shall not be exchanged, sold or traded in either the wholesale or retail markets in Canada.. It falls under Chapter 99 — Special import provisions of the Canadian Customs Tariff, within heading 9936 and subheading 9936.00. This code is used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to determine customs duties, taxes, and regulatory compliance when you import into Canada.
The MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rate for 9936.00.00 is Free. This means no customs duty is charged regardless of the country of origin, though GST/HST and other applicable taxes still apply. 18 preferential trade agreements are available for this code, of which 18 offer duty-free access (for example: Least Developed Country Tariff, United States Tariff, Mexico Tariff, Canada-Israel Agreement Tariff, Chile Tariff).
Key trade agreement eligibility: CUSMA (USA, Mexico) duty-free · CETA (EU) duty-free · CPTPP (Asia-Pacific) duty-free.
Example Calculation for 9936.00.00
If you import CAD $10,000 worth of goods classified under HS code 9936.00.00 into Canada (without a preferential trade agreement), here is the approximate cost breakdown:
| Value for Duty (VFD) | $10,000 |
| MFN Duty (Free) | $0 |
| GST (5%) | $500 |
| Total Landed Cost (approx.) | $10,500 |
Illustrative example. Does not include surtaxes, SIMA, excise duties, freight, provincial HST/PST, or trade-agreement exemptions. Use our calculator for an exact figure.
Frequently Asked Questions about HS Code 9936.00.00
What is HS code 9936.00.00?
HS code 9936.00.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to classify imports of "Apparel samples (excluding samples of footwear, headwear, handwear, belts, ties, scarves, hosiery or other accessories, unless committed by design to form an integral part of the sample) imported for use in the development of sketches or patterns, or in determining the technical elements of manufacturing apparel, by a person in Canada in the business of designing apparel or fabrics and selling apparel, apparel designs, fabrics or fabric designs, on condition that (a) the importer specifies the use of the apparel sample at the time of reporting the goods under the Customs Act; (b) the importer develops the sketches or patterns, or determines the technical elements of manufacturing apparel; and (c) the apparel sample shall not be exchanged, sold or traded in either the wholesale or retail markets in Canada.". It sits under Chapter 99 (Special import provisions) of the Canadian Customs Tariff.
What is the Canadian import duty rate for 9936.00.00?
Imports classified under HS code 9936.00.00 are duty-free at the MFN (Most Favoured Nation) rate. You still pay GST/HST and other applicable taxes. Use our calculator to see the full landed cost.
Can I import 9936.00.00 duty-free from the USA or Mexico under CUSMA?
Yes. HS code 9936.00.00 is duty-free under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) when the goods originate in the US or Mexico and you provide a valid certification of origin. GST/HST still applies on import.
Does CETA apply to HS code 9936.00.00?
Yes. Imports of HS code 9936.00.00 from the European Union enter Canada duty-free under the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with a valid origin declaration from the EU exporter.
What surtaxes or SIMA duties apply to HS code 9936.00.00?
Our calculator automatically checks retaliatory surtaxes (US steel & aluminum, Chinese EVs, etc.) and SIMA anti-dumping duties for 9936.00.00. Enter the country of origin in the calculator to see the complete list of duties that apply to your shipment.
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18 applicable trade agreements
| Code | Trade Agreement | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| CCoFTA | Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CEPT | Canada-EFTA Preferential Tariff | Free |
| CETA | Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement | Free |
| CHFTA | Canada-Honduras Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CIAT | Canada-Israel Agreement Tariff | Free |
| CJFTA | Canada-Jordan Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CKFTA | Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPaFTA | Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPFTA | Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CUKTCA | Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement | Free |
| CT | Chile Tariff | Free |
| CPTPP | Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership | Free |
| CRT | Costa Rica Tariff | Free |
| IT | Iceland Tariff | Free |
| LDCT | Least Developed Country Tariff | Free |
| MT | Mexico Tariff | Free |
| UAT | Ukraine Tariff | Free |
| UST | United States Tariff | Free |
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