Unbleached Polyester Staple Broadcloth
This is an unbleached plain weave broadcloth made from polyester staple fibers, weighing 165 gsm. It is not of square construction and has over 33 ends and picks per cm, excluding it from the poplin definition due to its weight. It is used for shirt linings and similar applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the broadcloth is dyed or printed
This alternative covers other woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers containing 85% or more by weight, including dyed or printed broadcloth.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the fabric contains 85% or more polyester staple fibers by weight
• Accurately classify the fabric as unbleached broadcloth, noting its non-square construction
• Provide the CBSA with fabric weight and thread count to support the classification
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Bleached Acrylic Staple Fiber Sheeting
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Bleached Modacrylic Staple Fiber Poplin
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Bleached Polyester Broadcloth 614
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Bleached Polyester Broadcloth Lining
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