Number 72 Cotton Broadcloth for Blouses from China
High-thread-count broadcloth fabric (yarn number 72) of 100% cotton, dyed in solid navy, weighing 88 g/m² with plain weave structure. Classified under HTS 5208.31.80.20 due to its poplin/broadcloth construction, dyed finish, and fine yarn metrics exceeding number 69. Commonly used for women's blouses and light linings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Measure fabric breadth in cm and use official formulas to calculate average yarn number precisely
• Provide certificates proving no excessive sizing remains after boiling test for accurate weight
• Avoid bulk packaging without retail intent to prevent misclassification as greige goods