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Bleached 3-Thread Cotton Twill for Workwear

A robust bleached cotton twill fabric weighing over 200 g/m², containing more than 85% cotton by weight, and constructed with a 3-thread twill weave. This fabric is used for workwear uniforms and falls under tariff item 5209.22.00 as a bleached 3-thread or 4-thread twill fabric of heavy cotton.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

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

5209.31.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric is dyed a single uniform colour

Dyed heavy cotton twill falls under 5209.31.00 instead of the bleached item.

5209.41.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric is made of yarns of different colours

Twill fabrics with yarns of different colours are classified under 5209.41.00.

5209.51.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric is printed

Printed heavy cotton twill falls under 5209.51.00.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the fabric is clearly bleached and not dyed or printed, as this affects classification

• Provide a lab test report confirming cotton content exceeds 85% by weight and fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m²

• Declare the exact twill construction (3-thread or 4-thread) to avoid reclassification

Related Products under Tariff item 5209.22.00

Bleached 10 oz Cotton Duck Twill

A 10 oz (approximately 340 g/m²) bleached cotton duck in 3-thread twill, containing more than 85% cotton, not napped, used for awnings and tarpaulins. It falls under tariff item 5209.22.00 as a bleached 3-thread twill fabric of heavy cotton.

Bleached 12 oz Cotton Drill Fabric

A heavy bleached cotton drill fabric with over 85% cotton content, weighing more than 200 g/m² (approximately 12 oz/yd²), in a 3-thread twill weave, not napped, ideal for military uniforms or tents. It falls under tariff item 5209.22.00 as a bleached 3-thread twill fabric.

Bleached 16 oz Cotton Osnaburg Twill

A heavy 16 oz bleached Osnaburg twill with more than 85% cotton content, 3-thread twill not napped, weighing approximately 450 g/m², used for sacks and covers. It falls under tariff item 5209.22.00 as a bleached 3-thread twill fabric of heavy cotton.

Bleached 4-Thread Twill Cotton Duck Fabric

An industrial-grade bleached cotton duck fabric with a 4-thread twill construction, weighing over 200 g/m² and containing more than 85% cotton. It is used for sails and covers and qualifies for tariff item 5209.22.00 as a bleached 4-thread twill fabric.

Bleached Awning Twill Cotton

A heavy bleached twill fabric for awnings, weighing 260 g/m² with a 3-thread construction and more than 85% cotton content. It falls under tariff item 5209.22.00 as a bleached 3-thread twill fabric of heavy cotton.

Bleached Bag Fabric Twill

A bleached heavy twill fabric for cotton bags, containing more than 85% cotton, weighing 240 g/m², not napped. It falls under tariff item 5209.22.00 as a bleached 3-thread or 4-thread twill fabric of heavy cotton.