Unbleached Oxford Cotton Shirt Fabric

This unbleached woven cotton fabric, containing over 85% cotton and weighing under 200 g/m², features an Oxford weave with yarn number 42 or lower, classified under HTS 5208.19.40.20 due to its specific unbleached state and construction as defined in Chapter 52 notes. It is commonly used for casual shirts and blouses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+35.0%42%
🇲🇽Mexico7%+10.0%17%
🇨🇦Canada7%+10.0%17%
🇩🇪Germany7%+10.0%17%
🇯🇵Japan7%+10.0%17%

Alternative Classifications

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

5208.29.40.20Higher: 43.4% vs 42%

If bleached

Bleached Oxford cloth shifts to subheading 5208.29 for processed (bleached) unprinted fabrics.

5208.39.40.20Same rate: 42%

If dyed but not printed

Dyed Oxford fabric moves to 5208.39 for colored but unprinted cotton weaves.

5211.42.00Higher: 43.1% vs 42%

If printed and denim-style twill

Printed fabrics or those meeting denim definition (3/4-thread twill per subheading note) classify under Chapter 52 printed headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fabric weight post-sizing removal via boiling test as per US Note (a) to confirm under 200 g/m²

Obtain lab test reports proving ≥85% cotton content and yarn number ≤42 to avoid reclassification

Watch quota limits on raw cotton inputs; ensure origin docs for non-WTO countries