Unbleached Broadcloth Dress Fabric Number 50

A premium unbleached broadcloth with yarn number 50, 100% cotton, weighing 140 g/m² in plain weave construction suitable for formal shirts and dresses. Classified under HTS 5208.12.60.20 due to its poplin/broadcloth structure, unbleached state, weight over 100 g/m², and yarn count 43-68. The tight weave provides crispness ideal for tailored garments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China9%+35.0%44%
🇲🇽Mexico9%+10.0%19%
🇨🇦Canada9%+10.0%19%
🇩🇪Germany9%+10.0%19%
🇯🇵Japan9%+10.0%19%

Alternative Classifications

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

5208.22.60.20Lower: 43.7% vs 44%

If bleached

Bleaching process moves unbleached poplin/broadcloth to subheading 5208.22.

5209.12.00Lower: 41.5% vs 44%

If certified hand-loomed

Hand-loomed (non-power) fabrics with government certification classify under 5209.

5208.13.00.00Lower: 42.9% vs 44%

If yarn number 69-80

Higher fineness yarn numbers (69+) fall into subheading 5208.13.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document weave as plain (excluding selvage) per US Note (b); twill variations may shift classification

Test weight after desizing/boiling per Chapter 52 formulas to ensure accurate g/m² measurement

Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as 'certified hand-loomed' without government certification

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