Printed Polyester-Cotton Pocket Square Material
This is a fine printed fabric woven from polyester staple fibres mixed mainly with cotton, weighing less than 170 g/m², intended for men's pocket squares. The light construction and printed pattern make it suitable for folded accessories. It is classified under tariff item 5513.49.00 as an 'other woven fabric' because it does not fall under specific weave categories like poplin or broadcloth.
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 unbleached or bleached
Unbleached or bleached woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres mixed mainly with cotton, under 170 g/m², are classified here.
If the pocket squares are made up and finished
Made-up textile articles such as pocket squares are classified in Chapter 62.
If the fabric is mixed with fibres other than cotton
Woven fabrics of polyester staple fibres mixed with other fibres, not mainly cotton, are classified in this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• If the pocket squares are cut to size and hemmed, they may be considered 'made up' and excluded from Chapter 55
• Import the fabric in the piece to benefit from this tariff classification
• Confirm the fabric weight and fibre composition with a certificate of analysis to support the declaration
Related Products under Tariff item 5513.49.00
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