Uniform Poplin Broadcloth White

Bleached white broadcloth poplin for uniforms (yarn 52, 94 g/m², 86% cotton) per HTS 5208.21.20.20. Durable finish for repeated laundering in workwear. Meets all weight, weave, and number parameters.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.4%+35.0%43.4%
🇲🇽Mexico8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇨🇦Canada8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇩🇪Germany8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇯🇵Japan8.4%+10.0%18.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

5906.91Lower: 12.7% vs 43.4%

If rubberized for commercial use

Rubber- or plastic-coated cotton fabrics classify in Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for shrinkage stability post-bleach; affects weight declaration

Commercial invoice must specify 'poplin or broadcloth' nomenclature

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