Napped Bleached Cotton Twill for Workwear
A robust 3-thread twill cotton fabric, bleached and napped, with 90% cotton content and 230 g/m² weight, ideal for manufacturing jackets and pants. The napping process creates a brushed surface enhancing insulation, fitting HTS 5209.22.00.40 criteria for bleached, heavy napped twill. Its cross twill structure provides strength for industrial apparel.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing ≤200 g/m²
Lighter weight bleached plain weave or twill cotton fabrics (>85% cotton) classify under heading 5208.
If imported as finished garments
Garments made from this fabric, like work pants, move to Chapter 62 for apparel classification.
If plain weave instead of twill
Bleached cotton fabrics >200 g/m² in plain weave (not twill) fall under 5209.12.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the twill weave type (3/4-thread) and napping direction with photos or samples for CBP review
• Ensure no dyeing post-bleaching to maintain bleached status; common pitfall leading to 5209.42 classification
• Obtain cotton origin certificates to navigate quantitative limits in US notes for Chapter 52
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Bleached Napped Cotton Denim Canvas
This heavy-weight woven cotton fabric contains over 85% cotton, weighs 250 g/m², and features a 3-thread twill weave with a napped finish on one side for added texture and warmth. Bleached to a light off-white shade, it meets the specific definition for twill fabrics under HTS 5209.22.00.40 due to its construction, weight, bleaching, and napping. Commonly used for durable workwear and upholstery.
Heavy Bleached Napped Cotton Blanket Fabric
This 280 g/m² bleached cotton twill fabric with a double-napped surface is designed for thermal blankets and throws, containing 87% cotton in a 4-thread twill weave. It precisely matches HTS 5209.22.00.40 for its weight, bleaching, twill construction, and napped finish per Chapter 52 notes. The napping traps air for superior warmth.
Bleached Cross Twill Napped Cotton for Upholstery
Featuring a broken cross twill weave, this 220 g/m² fabric is bleached and napped on both sides, with 92% cotton, suitable for furniture covers and automotive interiors. It falls under HTS 5209.22.00.40 as a heavy bleached napped twill per the subheading note's inclusive definition. The texture improves durability and grip.
Industrial Napped Bleached Cotton Drill Fabric
A 4-thread twill drill fabric weighing 240 g/m², bleached and single-napped, made from 88% cotton yarns for tool bags and protective covers. Classified under HTS 5209.22.00.40 for its heavy weight, bleaching, twill weave, and napped surface as defined in Chapter 52. Provides abrasion resistance for commercial applications.
Bleached Napped Cotton Flannel Alternative Twill
This 210 g/m² fabric mimics flannel with a 3-thread twill base, bleached and heavily napped for softness, containing 86% cotton for apparel linings. It qualifies for HTS 5209.22.00.40 due to exceeding 200 g/m², twill weave, bleaching, and napping per HTS notes. Ideal for mid-weight jackets.
Heavyweight Bleached Napped Cotton for Tents
Weighing 260 g/m², this 4-thread cross twill cotton fabric is bleached and napped for water-resistant tent liners, with 89% cotton content. Meets HTS 5209.22.00.40 specifications for heavy napped bleached twill weaves. Napping aids in moisture wicking.