Bleached Cross Twill Polyester-Cotton Poplin Alternative
This is a bleached cross twill fabric made from polyester staple fibres mixed mainly with cotton, weighing 165 g/m². It features a 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave, which distinguishes it from plain weave poplin, and contains less than 85% polyester by weight, meeting the tariff item's specifications.
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 fabric is plain weave rather than twill
Plain weave polyester-cotton fabrics under 170 g/m² fall under this sibling tariff item.
If the fabric is dyed a single uniform colour
Dyed twill fabrics of this composition are classified under the dyed subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fabric's weight does not exceed 170 g/m² and that polyester content is below 85% by weight to qualify for this tariff item
• Declare the exact weave structure (3-thread or 4-thread twill) to avoid misclassification
• Keep mill certificates or lab reports showing fibre composition and weight for CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 5513.12.00
Bleached Poly-Cotton Cross Twill for Bedding
This is a bleached cross twill fabric of polyester staple fibres mixed mainly with cotton, weighing 160 g/m², used for pillow shams or duvet covers. Its 3-thread or 4-thread twill weave and weight under 170 g/m² place it under this tariff item, as it does not qualify as plain weave sheeting.
Bleached Polyester-Cotton Cross Twill Sheeting
This is a bleached 4-thread cross twill fabric of polyester staple fibres mixed mainly with cotton, weighing under 170 g/m², suitable for lightweight bed linens or apparel. Its twill weave and weight meet the tariff item's requirements, and it does not qualify as plain weave sheeting.
Lightweight Bleached 4-Thread Twill Blend for Skirts
This is a lightweight bleached 4-thread twill fabric of polyester staple fibres mixed with cotton, weighing 120 g/m², intended for women's skirt panels. It meets the tariff item's criteria of being unbleached or bleached, twill weave, less than 85% polyester, and under 170 g/m².
Raw Polyester-Cotton Twill for Industrial Uniforms
This is an unbleached 3-thread twill fabric, weighing 155 g/m², made of polyester staple fibres mainly with cotton, intended for uniform prototypes. It falls under this tariff item due to its twill weave, weight under 170 g/m², and polyester content below 85%.
Unbleached 4T Poly-Cotton Twill Roll Goods
This is a bulk roll of unbleached 4-thread twill fabric, made of polyester staple fibres solely with cotton, weighing 130 g/m², for converters. It fits the tariff item's twill definition, weight under 170 g/m², and fibre composition requirements.
Unbleached Poly-Cotton Twill for Workwear Linings
This is a raw unbleached 4-thread twill fabric of polyester staple fibres mixed solely with cotton, weighing 140 g/m², used for durable jacket linings in workwear. It meets the tariff item's criteria: twill weave, weight under 170 g/m², and polyester content below 85%.